What Evidence Points to a Larger Disturbance of Circadian Rhythms

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Essay

What evidence points to a larger disturbance of circadian rhythms in major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder?

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Definitions:

Basic Emotions

Fundamental emotional states, such as joy, sadness, anger, fear, surprise, and disgust, thought to be universal across human cultures.

Facial Expressions

Visible changes in the face that convey a person's emotional state, intentions, or social communications.

Genetic Mutations

Changes to the DNA sequence that can lead to alterations in gene function and can be inherited or occur during an individual's lifetime.

Prefrontal Cortex

A region of the brain involved in decision making, cognition, and moderating social behavior.