Sleepwalking, also known as sleep walking disorder, usually occurs within the first 2 to 3 hours after falling asleep and is triggered by a poor transition of the sleep cycle. It occurs in roughly 15% of children, usually seen in children between the ages of 8 and 12, and there is a genetic predisposition. Sleepwalking can be manifested by suddenly sitting up from sleep and crawling around, or by getting up and standing on the bed to turn on and off the lights, or more obviously, by running around the house accompanied by irritability and violent behavior. It is often unresponsive to parental reassurance, and the child is unable to recall the incident. Causes of sleepwalking include stress, anxiety, psychological trauma, overwork, late nights, etc. It is considered to be caused by imperfect sleep regulation of the central nervous system in children. Sleepwalking generally does not affect life and does not require treatment. If your child sleepwalks frequently or has bedwetting or convulsions, it is recommended that you seek immediate medical attention to find out the cause so as not to delay your condition.