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Journal Club with Dr. Peter Attia | Effects of Light & Dark on Mental Health & Treatments for Cancer

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Impact of Light Exposure on Mental and Physical Health

A study examined light exposure behavior and dark exposure behavior in over 85,000 people in the UK. The research indicates a correlation between day length and mood, with longer days in spring and summer leading to improved mental health for many people. Conversely, shorter days are associated with lower mood and affect. This finding aligns with the well-established concept of seasonal affective disorder, which is often treated with exposure to bright light, particularly in the morning.

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