Do you often talk in your sleep or if someone sleeping with you suddenly starts mumbling in sleep, then it could be a problem of talking in sleep or somniloquy. This is a kind of sleep disorder in which people often talk in their sleep. Almost all people have experienced talking in their sleep at least once during their life. Let us know about this problem in detail-

How common is sleep talking?

Studies have shown that up to 66% of people have experienced sleep talking, making it one of the most common parasomnias. However, it is not very frequent. Sleep talking is more common in children and is thought to affect fewer adults. It is also equally common in men and women.

What is the reason of talking in sleep

However, people have very little knowledge about problems like talking in sleep, so the data about the exact cause of talking in sleep may not be accurate. However, the following factors can aggravate this problem-

• Jet Lag
• lack of sleep
• sleep apnea
• anxiety and stress
• Abuse of alcohol or other drugs

How do people talk in their sleep?

Sleep talking, also known as somniloquy, is the act of speaking out loud during sleep. During this time, while you are sleeping, you can do the following things:-

• to talk in a whisper
• talk in a normal way
• Shouting out entire words or responses.
• Speaking understandable sentences and having full conversations.
• Grunting or mumbling

Which people are more at risk?

Talking in sleep can happen to anyone at any time. There may also be a genetic connection to talking in sleep. So if your parents or other family members talk a lot in their sleep, then you may also be at risk. These people are also at a higher risk:

• when you have a fever
• to a person who drinks alcohol
• to the stressor
• people with mental health conditions , such as depression
• Those who suffer from lack of sleep

People with other sleep disorders are also at increased risk of sleep talking, including:

• sleep apnea
• sleepwalking
• nightmares at night

How to control the problem of talking in sleep

• Follow a regular sleep schedule.
• Aim for seven to nine hours of sleep each day.
• Give yourself 30 to 60 minutes of quiet, screen-free time before bed.
• Try to reduce or manage your stress.
• Abstain from alcohol or drink in limited quantities.
• Avoid caffeine at least six hours before bedtime.
• Exercise regularly.
• Make sure your bedroom is quiet and dark.