CIRCADIAN PHASE IN HUMANS: AGE-RELATED DIFFERENCES AND THE INFLUENCE OF LIGHT
Summary:
This paper discusses the influence of light and napping on the circadian physiology of young children, and how these factors can affect sleep patterns and overall health.
Categories
- Cognitive function and memory: The paper discusses how the circadian clock, which regulates rhythms in behavior and physiology, can influence cognitive function in young children.
- Sleep and insomnia: The paper explores how factors such as light exposure and napping can influence sleep patterns in young children, potentially leading to sleep problems.
- Education and learning: The paper suggests that understanding circadian physiology in early childhood could have implications for educational practices, as sleep patterns can affect learning and cognitive function.
- Lighting Design Considerations: The paper discusses how exposure to light, including from electronic devices, can affect the circadian system and sleep patterns in young children.
- Well-being: The paper suggests that understanding and addressing factors that influence circadian physiology in young children could have implications for their overall well-being.
Author(s)
LD Akacem
Publication Year:
2016
Number of Citations:
0
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