Circadian Phase Shifting, Alerting, and Antidepressant Effects of Bright Light Treatment - 18/08/11
, Dan A. Oren cRésumé |
Bright light treatment is the most potent melatonin suppressor and circadian phase shifter, a potent and safe nonpharmacological antidepressant for seasonal depression. In addition, bright light treatment may restore performance in conditions of sleep debt and misalignment between peak performance and the athletic event. We thus hope that the addition of appropriately timed bright light treatment will contribute to the success of the effort to combat using stimulants as performance enhancers in professional sports. We discuss the therapeutic use of bright light treatment, its side effects and mechanisms of action.
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Vol 24 - N° 2
P. 381-413 - avril 2005 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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