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Circadian genes, rhythms and the biology of mood disorders
Body Clock Genes, Daily Rhythms, and Mood Disorders
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Abstract
Abnormalities in circadian rhythms may be linked to the development of mood disorders such as bipolar disorder and major depression.
- Circadian rhythms are thought to influence mood regulation and could play a role in mood disorders.
- Certain treatments for mood disorders, like total sleep deprivation and bright light therapy, may work by resetting the circadian clock.
- Mood stabilizers and antidepressants might achieve some of their effects by impacting the circadian clock.
- Recent studies have identified specific genes involved in circadian rhythms that are associated with mood regulation.
- The roles of these genes in brain areas and neurotransmitter systems related to mood are increasingly recognized.
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