54: Blue Light, Depression, and Bipolar Disorder

This podcast explores the impact of blue light on patients with depression and bipolar disorder. It discusses how blue light suppresses melatonin, disrupts circadian rhythms, and affects clock genes linked to psychiatric disorders. The podcast also explores how blue light impairs sleep, cognition, and mental health, and its connection to bipolar disorder. It emphasizes the need for reduced exposure to blue light from sources like smartphones and LED screens.