Researchers observe disruptions of daily rhythms in Alzheimer's patients' brains
Wednesday, April 27, 2011 - 12:00
in Health & Medicine
Twenty-four hour cycles, known as circadian rhythms, are important for proper body functions, including for normal brain function and mental health. Disruptions of circadian rhythms and sleep-wake cycles have been observed in patients with Alzheimer's disease. A new study by Douglas Institute researchers unravels a possible basis for these perturbations.