Circadian Rhythm Dysfunction: A Possible Cause for Alzheimer's disease?

  Circadian rhythms are pivotal processes that enable the physical, mental, and behavioral changes an organism experiences over a 24-hour cycle. The sleep/wake cycle is imperative to the wellbeing of humans as it is the duration in which the body allows itself to replenish and heal to ensure it functions properly. Through proper sleep, circadian rhythms are initiated to provide a multitude of vital functions such retain energy stor age for metabolic processes, neuronal remodeling for synaptic function, memory consolidation, and the assimilation of complex motor systems. Alzheimer’s disease is a neurological atrocity in which brain cells degenerate and die leading to the memories of innocent individuals being stripped away from them. Although the cause of Alzheimer’s disease is unsure, there have been various speculations of contributing factors as to why it occurs and what influences may be considered.   Fred Turek dives into the depths of how the disruptions...