For some people, depression may be tied to their circadian rhythms

NPR | By Will Stone

Published November 9, 2026 at 4:42 AM EST

Depression affects about 300 million people worldwide. New research suggests a large share of people have a type of depression tied to disruptions in their circadian rhythms.

Will Stone

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