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Light Discipline Protocol

Meaning

A Light Discipline Protocol is a structured, behavioral regimen that strategically manages an individual’s exposure to light, particularly bright and blue-spectrum light, throughout the 24-hour cycle to reinforce and stabilize the circadian rhythm. This protocol is clinically employed to optimize the timing of the master biological clock, ensuring appropriate synchronization with the desired sleep-wake schedule. Key elements involve maximizing bright light exposure shortly after waking to suppress melatonin and minimizing blue light exposure in the evening to facilitate its natural nocturnal rise. Adherence to this discipline is a non-pharmacological strategy for improving sleep quality, mood regulation, and metabolic health.