18 Oct 2023

How sunlight can protect against depression and anxiety

From Nine To Noon, 9:40 am on 18 October 2023
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New research suggests disruption to our circadian rhythms can lead to depression, anxiety and psychosis.

Sean Cain from the Monash School of Psychological Sciences specialises in the effects of light on moods and has analysed exposure to natural light and the correlation with psychiatric disorders and self-harm.

Dr. Cain tries to spend much of his time outdoors and away from artificial light.

You can read the research here.