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Molecular Link between Circadian Rhythmicity and Mood Disorders
Molecular Connections Between Body Clock Rhythms and Mood Disorders
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Abstract
A review of 123 articles suggests a molecular link between circadian rhythm disruptions and mood disorders.
- Circadian genes, hormones, and neurotransmitters play a role in regulating the internal clock.
- Chronic disturbances in circadian rhythms may lead to symptoms resembling depression.
- Dysregulation of circadian genes and hormones is associated with mood disorder manifestations.
- Current literature highlights the importance of circadian rhythms in understanding mood disorders.
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