Summary
This paper investigates the potential role of melanopsin, a non-visual photoreceptor found in retinal ganglion cells, in Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a condition characterized by winter depressive episodes and springtime remission.
Categories
Seasonal affective disorder: The paper explores the potential genetic basis of Seasonal Affective Disorder, specifically investigating the role of melanopsin, a non-visual photoreceptor found in retinal ganglion cells.
Depression: The paper discusses Seasonal Affective Disorder, a form of depression that is characterized by winter depressive episodes and springtime remission.
Cognitive function and memory: The paper discusses the role of melanopsin, a non-visual photoreceptor found in retinal ganglion cells, in circadian photoreception and the pupillary light response, which are cognitive functions.
Mood regulation: The paper discusses the potential role of melanopsin in Seasonal Affective Disorder, a condition that involves mood regulation issues.
Phototherapy: The paper discusses the use of light therapy as a treatment for Seasonal Affective Disorder, a form of depression that is characterized by winter depressive episodes and springtime remission.
Author(s)
KJ Rohan
Publication Year
2005
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