title: Circadian rhythms and cognition in schizophrenia.
abstract: Cognitive impairment is a core feature of schizophrenia. Evidence in this  Journal suggests that disrupted circadian synchronisation of sleep-wake  phases may be one cause. Circadian synchronisation depends on the external  input of light-dark cues and the integrity of central nervous system  circadian oscillators; these may represent new interventional targets to  improve cognition.
authors.forename: Katharina
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Wulff
authors.forename: Eileen
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Joyce
mesh_terms: D003072:Cognition Disorders / Q000503:physiopathology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012559:Schizophrenia / Q000503:physiopathology*; D012565:Schizophrenic Psychology; D020178:Sleep Disorders, Circadian Rhythm / Q000503:physiopathology*