HomeAnswersPsychiatryparasomnia

Is professional help necessary for addressing sleep issues?

This Premium Q&A, reviewed and published, features a real conversation between an iCliniq user and a physician.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

There is a situation unfolding in our university dorm involving a fellow resident who exhibits unusual behavior at night. Some speculate that he may be experiencing something called 'sleep sex,' yet he professes no recollection of these incidents the following morning. Upon researching, I stumbled upon a condition known as parasomnia. Should we be concerned about his well-being? Is professional intervention necessary, or should we involve law enforcement? It is quite perplexing. On one hand, it appears he lacks control over his actions during sleep, but on the other, his behavior is unsettling for everyone in the dormitory. It feels like we are tiptoeing around him, uncertain of what may transpire next. Our priority is ensuring we handle this situation appropriately and provide him with the assistance he may require if indeed grappling with a sleep disorder.

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi is a Psychiatrist with expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. He is skilled in psychotherapy, pharmacological management, crisis intervention, and counseling. Dr. Gandhi focuses on holistic patient care, mental wellness, and improving the quality of life through tailored treatment approaches.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Thank you for seeking assistance from a psychiatrist. I understand your concerns regarding the individual in question. It is essential to take him to the nearest psychiatrist for a thorough evaluation. He requires the expertise of a psychiatrist rather than involvement with law enforcement. There is a possibility he may be experiencing parasomnia, but a comprehensive assessment by a specialist is necessary to determine the underlying issues.

Please revert in case of further queries.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At July 2, 2024
Reviewed At July 2, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi is a Psychiatrist with expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. He is skilled in psychotherapy, pharmacological management, crisis intervention, and counseling. Dr. Gandhi focuses on holistic patient care, mental wellness, and improving the quality of life through tailored treatment approaches.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi is a Psychiatrist with expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. He is skilled in psychotherapy, pharmacological management, crisis intervention, and counseling. Dr. Gandhi focuses on holistic patient care, mental wellness, and improving the quality of life through tailored treatment approaches.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Comprehensive Second Opinion

Read answers about:

sleep disorderparasomnia

Ask your health query to a doctor online

*guaranteed answer within 4 hours

Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.