Research progress of circadian rhythm and circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders / 中华神经科杂志

ABSTRACT

Circadian rhythm is driven by the suprachiasmatic nucleus biological clock, and many life activities and physiological functions are regulated by circadian rhythm, such as central nervous system activity, autonomic nervous system activity, endocrine function, metabolism and immune function. At the molecular level, circadian rhythm is regulated by molecular mechanisms generated by clock genes′ oscillations. Endogenous circadian rhythm is one of the main processes controlling sleep. Circadian rhythm disorder is the most common cause of abnormal sleep-wake cycle, and can also lead to a series of diseases and adverse consequences such as other sleep disorders, abnormal cognitive function, hypertension, diabetes and tumors. Recently, the relationship between circadian rhythm and sleeping awakening has become a hot topic for researchers. In this paper, the research progress of circadian rhythm and circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders was reviewed.