The circadian system modulates the cortisol awakening response in humans

BackgroundIn humans, circulating cortisol usually peaks 30–60 min after awakening from nocturnal sleep, this is commonly referred to as the cortisol awakening response (CAR). We examined the extent to which the CAR is influenced by the circadian system, independent of behaviors including sleep.Mater...

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Main Authors: Nicole P. Bowles, Saurabh S. Thosar, Matthew P. Butler, Noal A. Clemons, LaTroy D. Robinson, Omar H. Ordaz, Maya X. Herzig, Andrew W. McHill, Sean P. M. Rice, Jonathan Emens, Steven A. Shea
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2022-11-01
Series:Frontiers in Neuroscience
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnins.2022.995452/full