Article Review Day 11: Rythmic Movement Disorder

Rythmic Movement Disorder is dyssomnia.

I am just going to tell you what the article states on this issue. It is beyond me.

"Rhythmic movement disorder involves the rhythmic movement of large muscle groups, such as the head and neck, and occurs when the child is drowsy, attempting to fall asleep, and can continue into stage 1 sleep. The first incidence usually occurs before the second birthday; headbanging and body-rocking are the most common types seen in practice. Polysomnographic monitoring during an episode can rule out a medical cause such as seizure activity. The disorder is usually transient and self-limited and seldom requires treatment."