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An infradian rhythm is a type of biological rhythm with a frequency of less than one cycle in 24 hours. These rhythms are longer than a circadian rhythm and include cycles such as the menstrual cycle in humans and the seasonal migration of animals.

Types of Infradian Rhythms[edit]

Infradian rhythms can be categorized into several types based on their duration and biological significance:

Menstrual cycle: A well-known infradian rhythm in humans, typically lasting about 28 days, although it can vary between individuals.
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD): A type of depression that occurs at a specific time of year, usually in the winter, and is thought to be related to infradian rhythms.
Hibernation: A state of inactivity and metabolic depression in endotherms, often occurring on a seasonal basis.
Breeding cycles: Many animals have breeding cycles that are infradian, occurring annually or biannually.

Mechanisms[edit]

Infradian rhythms are controlled by complex interactions between the endocrine system, nervous system, and environmental cues. The hypothalamus plays a crucial role in regulating these rhythms by responding to changes in day length and other external factors.

Clinical Significance[edit]

Understanding infradian rhythms is important in the field of chronobiology and can have implications for treating disorders such as seasonal affective disorder and premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Disruptions in these rhythms can lead to various health issues, highlighting the importance of maintaining regular biological cycles.

Research[edit]

Research into infradian rhythms continues to uncover the genetic and molecular mechanisms that govern these cycles. Studies often focus on the role of melatonin and other hormones in regulating infradian rhythms.

References[edit]

External Links[edit]

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-'''Infradian Rhythm''' refers to biological rhythms with cycles longer than a day. Unlike [[circadian rhythms]], which complete one cycle within a 24-hour period, infradian rhythms span over a period of days, weeks, or even months. These rhythms are fundamental to the functioning of various biological processes in both humans and animals.
-==Overview==
+{{Infobox medical condition
-Infradian rhythms are a type of [[biological rhythm]] that dictate the timing of physiological and behavioral events that occur less frequently than once a day. These rhythms are influenced by external cues, such as changes in temperature, light, and food availability, as well as internal biological clocks. Understanding infradian rhythms is crucial for comprehending how organisms adapt to their environments and maintain homeostasis over longer periods.
+| name = Infradian Rhythm
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+| field = [[Chronobiology]]
+}}
-==Examples==
+An '''infradian rhythm''' is a type of [[biological rhythm]] with a frequency of less than one cycle in 24 hours. These rhythms are longer than a [[circadian rhythm]] and include cycles such as the [[menstrual cycle]] in humans and the [[seasonal migration]] of animals.
-Several key examples of infradian rhythms include the human menstrual cycle, seasonal breeding patterns in animals, and migration cycles. Each of these examples highlights the diversity and importance of infradian rhythms in biological systems.
-===Menstrual Cycle===
+==Types of Infradian Rhythms==
-The [[menstrual cycle]] is perhaps the most well-known infradian rhythm, typically lasting between 24 to 35 days. This cycle is regulated by hormonal changes that prepare the female body for pregnancy. The menstrual cycle is divided into phases, including menstruation, the follicular phase, ovulation, and the luteal phase, each characterized by specific hormonal and physiological changes.
+Infradian rhythms can be categorized into several types based on their duration and biological significance:
-===Seasonal Breeding===
+* '''[[Menstrual cycle]]''': A well-known infradian rhythm in humans, typically lasting about 28 days, although it can vary between individuals.
-Many animals exhibit seasonal breeding patterns, which are infradian rhythms that align reproductive activity with certain times of the year. This synchronization ensures that offspring are born during periods when environmental conditions are most favorable for their survival.
+* '''[[Seasonal affective disorder]] (SAD)''': A type of depression that occurs at a specific time of year, usually in the winter, and is thought to be related to infradian rhythms.
+* '''[[Hibernation]]''': A state of inactivity and metabolic depression in endotherms, often occurring on a seasonal basis.
+* '''[[Breeding cycles]]''': Many animals have breeding cycles that are infradian, occurring annually or biannually.
-===Migration===
+==Mechanisms==
-Migration patterns in animals, such as birds and whales, are also examples of infradian rhythms. These long-distance movements are often seasonal, allowing animals to exploit different ecological niches throughout the year.
+Infradian rhythms are controlled by complex interactions between the [[endocrine system]], [[nervous system]], and [[environmental cues]]. The [[hypothalamus]] plays a crucial role in regulating these rhythms by responding to changes in [[day length]] and other external factors.
-==Regulation==
+==Clinical Significance==
-The regulation of infradian rhythms involves complex interactions between environmental cues and internal biological mechanisms. The [[hypothalamus]] and [[pituitary gland]] play critical roles in the regulation of many infradian rhythms, including the menstrual cycle, by releasing hormones that trigger physiological changes.
+Understanding infradian rhythms is important in the field of [[chronobiology]] and can have implications for treating disorders such as [[seasonal affective disorder]] and [[premenstrual syndrome]] (PMS). Disruptions in these rhythms can lead to various health issues, highlighting the importance of maintaining regular biological cycles.
-==Impact on Health==
+==Research==
-Infradian rhythms can have significant impacts on health and disease. Disruptions to these rhythms, such as those caused by shift work, travel across time zones, or irregular light exposure, can lead to various health issues, including reproductive problems, mood disorders, and metabolic disturbances.
+Research into infradian rhythms continues to uncover the genetic and molecular mechanisms that govern these cycles. Studies often focus on the role of [[melatonin]] and other hormones in regulating infradian rhythms.
-==Research and Applications==
+==See Also==
-Research into infradian rhythms has applications in medicine, ecology, and conservation. Understanding these rhythms can improve the management of reproductive health, the treatment of mood disorders, and the conservation of migratory species.
+* [[Circadian rhythm]]
+* [[Ultradian rhythm]]
+* [[Chronobiology]]
-==Conclusion==
+==References==
-Infradian rhythms are a fundamental aspect of biological life, orchestrating a wide range of physiological and behavioral processes. By aligning biological functions with environmental conditions, these rhythms enable organisms to optimize survival and reproduction.
+<references/>
+==External Links==
+* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1234567/ Infradian Rhythms in Humans]
+* [https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1234567890123456 Seasonal Affective Disorder and Infradian Rhythms]
+{{Chronobiology}}
 [[Category:Chronobiology]]
-[[Category:Biological Rhythms]]
+[[Category:Biological rhythms]]
+[[Category:Endocrinology]]
-{{Rhythm-stub}}
+[[Category:Psychiatry]]