TY - JOUR PY - 2020// TI - Criminal culpability for acts committed during a possible episode of REM sleep behavior disorder JO - Continuum : lifelong learning in neurology A1 - Kass, Joseph S. A1 - Rose, Rachel V. SP - 1070 EP - 1074 VL - 26 IS - 4 N2 - Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep behavior disorder (RBD) may result in a patient injuring a bed partner while acting out a dream. This article examines the complexities associated with RBD as a criminal defense strategy as well as the legal implications for physicians and their duty to patients and their families to mitigate risks associated with possible injuries related to RBD.

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