Chronobiology Disorders
| Definition: |
Disruptions of the rhythmic cycle of bodily functions or activities. |
| Also Called: |
Circadian Rhythm Disorders,Psychogenic Inversion of Circadian Rhythm |
Chronobiology Disorders Categories.
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Jet Lag Syndrome - A chronobiologic disorder resulting from rapid travel across a number of time zones, characterized by insomnia or hypersomnolence, fatigue, behavioral symptoms, headaches, and gastrointestinal disturbances. (From Cooper, Sleep, 1994, pp593-8) |
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Sleep Disorders, Circadian Rhythm - Dyssomnias associated with disruption of the normal 24 hour sleep wake cycle secondary to travel (e.g., JET LAG SYNDROME), shift work, or other causes. |
Chronobiology Disorders Definitions and Terms
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