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Chronobiology and Sleep

Meaning

Chronobiology and Sleep represents the clinical study of the biological rhythms that govern the timing and quality of the sleep-wake cycle, particularly the influence of the master circadian clock. This field investigates how internal biological oscillators, synchronized by external cues like light and darkness, regulate the precise, cyclical release of sleep- and wake-promoting hormones. Maintaining a robust alignment between the internal biological time and the external environment is paramount for optimal hormonal balance and restorative sleep architecture. Disruption of these rhythms can profoundly impair endocrine function and overall health.