May 1, 2024
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Circadian Rhythms are a natural, 24-hour cycle that regulates many physiological processes in the body, including sleep-wake patterns, hormone release, body temperature, and metabolism. These rhythms are driven by an internal clock, or pacemaker, located in the brain's hypothalamus. Circadian Rhythms play a vital role in our overall health and well-being. Disruptions to these rhythms can lead to a variety of health problems, including sleep disorders, obesity, and diabetes.
Why Study Circadian Rhythms?
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Reading list
We've selected nine books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Circadian Rhythms.
Written by a leading expert on Circadian Rhythms, this book explains the basic science of Circadian Rhythms and how these rhythms affect health, sleep, and daily life.
With chapters contributed by recognized sleep disorder experts, this book provides a research-based overview of sleep disorders that are related to Circadian Rhythms.
This undergraduate textbook offers an overview of the relationship between sleep and Circadian Rhythms and how these rhythms affect overall health and well-being.
Providing a research-based overview of psychiatric disorders related to circadian rhythms, this book explores currently available treatment options and potential future avenues for research.
This textbook discusses Circadian Rhythms in the context of sleep and the brain.
For more information about how these books relate to this course, visit:
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