Circadian Rhythms and Mental Health (Archived)

Circadian rhythms are increasingly implicated in numerous mental health disorders including depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and OCD. Effective treatments exist for regularizing and optimizing circadian rhythmicity, which can have positive effects on mental health outcomes and quality of life. Dr. Elaine Boland will review the current evidence on the relationship of circadian rhythms and mental health, identify the various ways that circadian dysregulation can manifest in individuals with mental health conditions, and discuss treatment pathways including collaboration with behavioral sleep medicine specialists as well as techniques for integrating circadian knowledge into clinical practice.