Effect of blue-blocking glasses in major depressive disorder with sleep onset insomnia: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study
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DOI: 10.1080/07420528.2017.1318893
Abstract: ABSTRACT Blue wavelengths form the portion of the visible electromagnetic spectrum that most potently regulates circadian rhythm. We hypothesized that wearing blue-blocking (BB) glasses in the evening may influence circadian rhythm disturbances in patients with… read more here.
Keywords: blocking glasses; group; study; major depressive ... See more keywords
Evening wear of blue-blocking glasses for sleep and mood disorders: a systematic review
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DOI: 10.1080/07420528.2021.1930029
Abstract: ABSTRACT Blue-blocking glasses, also known as amber glasses, are plastic glasses that primarily block blue light. Blue-blocking glasses have been studied as a sleep intervention for insomnia, delayed sleep-phase disorder, shift work, jet lag, and… read more here.
Keywords: blocking glasses; evening wear; mood; blue blocking ... See more keywords
Blue‐blocking glasses as additive treatment for mania: Effects on actigraphy‐derived sleep parameters
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DOI: 10.1111/jsr.12984
Abstract: Improvement of sleep is a central treatment goal for patients in a manic state. Blue‐blocking (BB) glasses as adjunctive treatment hasten overall recovery from mania. This method is an evolvement from dark therapy and builds… read more here.
Keywords: blocking glasses; derived sleep; treatment; group ... See more keywords
A randomized controlled trial on the effects of blue-blocking glasses compared to partial blue-blockers on sleep outcomes in the third trimester of pregnancy
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0262799
Abstract: Objective Sleep disturbances are common in pregnancy. Blocking blue light has been shown to improve sleep and may be a suitable intervention for sleep problems during pregnancy. The present study investigated the effects of blue… read more here.
Keywords: effects blue; trial; sleep outcomes; blocking glasses ... See more keywords