Psychoneuroimmunology

Definition

Psychoneuroimmunology is the study of how psychological processes, the nervous system, and the immune system interact and affect each other. It explores the impact of mental states, such as stress or depression, on physical health by examining immune responses.

Related terms

Immune response: The reaction of the cells and fluids of the body to the presence of a substance which is not recognized as a constituent of the body itself.

Stress: A state of mental or emotional strain resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances, which can affect bodily functions.

Neurotransmitter: A chemical substance that transmits nerve impulses across a synapse