Earlier sleep and wake time

Psychological

Data Availability

Period at which this change occurs is not accurately known

Tissue

  • brain Changes ⇩

References

  • Baehr et al. (2000) "Individual differences in the phase and amplitude of the human circadian temperature rhythm: with an emphasis on morningness-eveningness." J Sleep Res 9(2):117-127 (PubMed)
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Description

Aged individuals tend to have earlier circadian temperature phases and therefore tend to have earlier sleep and wake times than those of a younger age. They also tend to have a greater preference for performing tasks during the morning period in comparison to younger individuals.

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