Summary
This paper discusses the neural circadian system of mammals, focusing on the suprachiasmatic nuclei of the hypothalamus and how it controls and shapes daily activities.
Categories
Cognitive function and memory: The paper discusses the role of the suprachiasmatic nuclei in the hypothalamus, which is crucial for cognitive functions such as memory and learning.
Sleep and insomnia: The paper discusses the role of the suprachiasmatic nuclei in regulating sleep-wake cycles, which is relevant to understanding and treating sleep disorders like insomnia.
Alertness and performance: The paper discusses how the suprachiasmatic nuclei regulates alertness and performance throughout the day.
Hormone regulation: The paper discusses the role of the suprachiasmatic nuclei in regulating various hormones, which can affect various bodily functions and health conditions.
Phototherapy: The paper discusses the role of light in influencing the suprachiasmatic nuclei and circadian rhythms, which is relevant to phototherapy treatments.
Shift work: The paper discusses how the suprachiasmatic nuclei regulates circadian rhythms, which can be disrupted by shift work.
Jet lag: The paper discusses how the suprachiasmatic nuclei regulates circadian rhythms, which can be disrupted by jet lag.
Author(s)
HD Piggins, C Guilding
Publication Year
2011
Number of Citations
25
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