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Brain Circuit Could be Key to Alzheimer's 'Sundowning'

May 2, 2018 Jennifer Buchanan

New research uncovers a circuit in the brains of mice that links circadian rhythm and aggression. The researchers have developed special protein tools capable of turning off the cells in the brain causing the behavior.

The discovery is particularly relevant to Alzheimer’s patients who experience increased aggression at night.

Source: https://www.futurity.org/sundowning-circad...
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