Molecular Link between Circadian Rhythmicity and Mood Disorders

Oct 8, 2021Current medicinal chemistry

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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