In our fast-paced society today, many people struggle to sleep deeply and restoratively. It is very common for many individuals to have a degree of difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep or waking up too early in the morning. The level of stress and anxiety that many of us experience on a daily basis contributes to […]
Resetting Your Circadian Rhythms
Circadian rhythms involve the behavioral, mental and physical changes that occur in the body in a 24-hour period. Humans and other living organisms possess these rhythms, which are created by a variety of physiological factors in the body and triggered by environmental factors, most notably light cues. One of the best-known circadian rhythms is the […]
Research Shines Light on Links Between Disrupted Circadian Rhythms and Breast Cancer
Although researchers are still in the dark about why misaligned circadian rhythms can pose such a threat to the long-term well-being of individuals who experience prolonged or recurring disrupted sleep-wake cycles, science is continually showing that it is an important factor in a number of maladies. For women, disrupted circadian rhythms can even result in […]
Reverse Seasonal Affective Disorder: The Summertime Blues
Most people have heard of seasonal affective disorder, or the winter blues. However, some people experience similar symptoms in warm weather months. Researchers are investigating reverse seasonal affective disorder, or summertime depression, in more detail. New studies in chronobiology suggest that there is a very real biochemical basis for this common health problem. The Link […]
Hormonal Contraception Use Shown to Increase Risk of Depression
Hormonal contraception use is so common that it is almost ubiquitous. However, it may be increasing the risk of depression in some women who use it. Although millions of women worldwide use hormone contraception, the Pill and other contraceptives can have a variety of side effects. While many of these side effects are generally minor, […]
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