Illuminating a path from light to depression


Abstract

Summary:

This paper discusses the impact of light exposure on mental health, specifically depression, by examining the neuronal circuit mediating depression-related behaviors induced by mistimed light input in mice.
Categories

Categories

  • Depression: The paper discusses how light exposure, particularly at night, can influence mood and contribute to depression, and explores the neuronal pathways involved in this process.
  • Cognitive function and memory: The paper mentions that light exposure can lead to changes in cognitive function, although it does not delve deeply into this topic.
  • Mood regulation: The paper extensively discusses how light exposure, particularly at night, can influence mood regulation, leading to changes in mood and potentially contributing to depression.
  • Shift work: The paper discusses the negative impacts of shift work on health, particularly in terms of mood and cognitive function, due to the mistimed light exposure it involves.
  • Phototherapy: The paper mentions the potential of properly timed light exposure as a form of therapy for depression and other neurological disorders.
  • Lighting Design Considerations: The paper discusses the importance of considering the timing and intensity of light exposure in our daily lives, particularly in relation to mental health.
Authors

Author(s)

TA LeGates, MD Kvarta
Publication Date

Publication Year:

2020
Citations

Number of Citations:

8
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