case 9

A Case of Seasonal Affective Disorder

In this module, you will complete a  directed case. This type of case study is designed to enhance your understanding of fundamental concepts, principles, and facts. The case consists of a short, dramatic scenario accompanied by a set of “directed” questions. Some of the answers to the questions can be found in the textbook or the lectures, while other questions may require you to do additional research. 

Objectives

1. Describe how light affects melatonin production.

2. Explain the etiology and treatment of seasonal affective disorder. 

3. Distinguish between the use and potential misuse of melatonin in the treatment of disease states.

Instructions

1. Download the Biological Rhythms and Sleep Case Study

 . There are 10 questions on this assignment.

 Type your answers into the PDF or download a Word version of the questions

   or print the assignment, write by hand, and scan back to PDF.

 Upload your completed PDF or completed Word worksheet.