The moon and sleepwalking - a mystery that has not yet been solved

 In the mysterious intricacies of the human mind, where science meets parapsychology, somnambulism, dreams and lunar phases continue to fascinate researchers and mystics. The ancients credited the moon with the power to influence human behavior, and modern research is trying to uncover the truth behind these nocturnal phenomena.

Somnambulism, commonly known as sleepwalking, is a condition in which a person engages in a variety of activities while asleep without being aware of them. From walking around the house to conversing with invisible companions, sleepwalkers seem to transport themselves to a parallel world where semi-consciousness rules. This phenomenon usually occurs during the deep sleep phase and can last from a few minutes to over an hour.

Attacks of somnambulism seem to be triggered during the sleep phase of low brain activity, when the senses function normally but do not detect threats. This allows sleepwalkers to engage in risky activities without feeling threatened, which sometimes leads to unexpected and even dangerous situations. It happens that sleepwalkers answer questions during the episode, but after it ends they do not remember anything of what happened.

Moon phases, especially the full moon, have long been associated with sleep disruption and unusual behavior. Reports of insomnia and restless sleep increase during full moons, but scientists are still debating the real impact of lunar cycles on human sleep. There is no conclusive evidence linking lunar phases to sleep quality, leaving room for speculation and further research.

It is hypothesized that sleepwalkers physically experience their dreams, acting in the real world, while their mind remains immersed in the dream world. If this is the case, then somnambulism may constitute a bridge between the subconscious and the waking world, which opens the field for further exploration at the border of science and parapsychology.

The mystery of sleepwalking continues, and the mystery of the Moon's influence on our sleep is still undiscovered. Although we don't have definitive answers yet, this nocturnal enigma remains one of the most intriguing phenomena of the human psyche. Does the Moon have more than just gravity? Do the whispers of unseen forces guide the sleepwalkers in their nightly wanderings? These are questions that are still waiting to be solved.

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