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References used to create this graphic:
Arendt, Josephine, and Anna Aulinas. “Physiology of the Pineal Gland and Melatonin.” In Endotext, edited by K. R. Feingold et al. MDText.com, Inc., last updated October 30, 2022.
Katzung, B. G., S. B. Masters, and A. J. Trevor, eds. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 12th edition. McGraw-Hill Medical, 2012.
“Sleeping Pills and Minor Tranquillisers.” Mind. April 2021.
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