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Melatonin is a hormone synthesized and secreted by the pineal gland with the effect of regulating sleep rhythm. Circadian and sleep disturbances may be central for understanding the pathophysiology and treatment of depression. Recently, the melatonergic system has been implicated in the pathophysiology and treatment of depression. In this study, we observed the effects of melatonin on depression-like behavior induced by chronic unpredictable mild stress (CUMS) in rats, and its molecular mechanism was explored. Adult male Sprague-Dawle