AQA Psychology - Biological Rhythms - Pacemakers & Zeitgebers

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What are internal biological clocks which regulate biological rhythms called?
Endogenous pacemakers
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How does phototherapy treat SAD?
It uses a strong light which lowers the levels of melatonin.
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The SCN signals the pineal gland to secrete more melatonin when...
there is less light
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In Siffre's 1975 cave study, he spent 179 days underground. How did his circadian rhythm change?
It became slightly longer
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How does phototherapy treat SAD?

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It uses a strong light which lowers the levels of melatonin.

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The SCN signals the pineal gland to secrete more melatonin when...

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In Siffre's 1975 cave study, he spent 179 days underground. How did his circadian rhythm change?

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