1966The British Journal of PsychiatryRequires access

The Diurnal Rhythm of Plasma Cortisol Concentration in Depression

P. K. Bridges, M. T. Jones

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Endogenous depression appears to be frequently associated with autonomic disturbances, and it has been suggested that in this condition there may be some abnormality of the hypothalamus (Elithorn, 1962; Pollitt, 1965), investigation into which might throw light on its aetiology.

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Endogenous depression appears to be frequently associated with autonomic disturbances, and it has been suggested that in this condition there may be some abnormality of the hypothalamus (Elithorn, 1962; Pollitt, 1965), investigation into which might throw light on its aetiology.

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Endogenous depression appears to be frequently associated with autonomic disturbances, and it has been suggested that in this condition there may be some abnormality of the hypothalamus (Elithorn, 1962; Pollitt, 1965), investigation into which might throw light on its aetiology.

Key concepts: Endocrinology, Depression (economics), Abnormality, Internal medicine, Circadian rhythm, Endogeny, Hypothalamus, Rhythm

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