Summary
This paper reviews the potential benefits of blue light blocking treatment for bipolar disorder, discussing the underlying neurobiology and suggesting future research directions.
Categories
Bipolar Disorder: The paper discusses the potential of blue light blocking treatment for bipolar disorder, reviewing existing clinical studies and suggesting future research directions.
Lighting Design Considerations: The paper discusses the role of blue light in human vision and circadian rhythms, and how blocking blue light may have therapeutic effects for bipolar disorder.
Cognitive function and memory: The paper discusses the role of circadian rhythms in cognitive functions and how disruptions in these rhythms may be linked to bipolar disorder.
Sleep and insomnia: The paper discusses the role of blue light in sleep regulation and how its disruption may be linked to bipolar disorder.
Phototherapy: The paper discusses the potential of blue light blocking treatment as a form of phototherapy for bipolar disorder.
Author(s)
I Mylona, GD Floros
Publication Year
2022
Number of Citations
2
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Phototherapy
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