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Written by a renowned figure in the field of immunology
and compiling a wealth of scientific information, Stress, Immune Function,
and Health: The Connection looks at the long-term effects of stress
on human health from a psychoneuroimmunological approach. The recent
changes in dietary modifications, clinical applications, and
evolution in the field of immunology have created the need for a book
which addresses the growing awareness of health benefits that can be
achieved by buffering the effects of stress on the immune system.
Emphasizing the importance of the interaction among the mind, the
body, and physical health, this reference includes important
developmental procedures that can be used to resist stress on the
immune system. By examining components of the immune system, along
with the effects of psychological stress and the capacity for
hormonal response, author Bruce Rabin demonstrates, in a concise,
accessible manner, the ability of an individual's immune system to
alter susceptibility to immune-mediated diseases. In addition, the
book examines several key issues in this rapidly expanding field,
including:
* Information and examples that illustrate how distinct areas of the
brain that perceive the presence of a stressor are able to
communicate with the cells of the immune system
* The correlation between stress-related changes in health practices
and stressor-induced risks of disease development
* The effect on the immune system due to stress from an increased
concentration of neuropeptides and hormones
* Behaviors and beliefs that can reduce the harmful effects of stress
on the immune system by interfering with the stress-responsive areas
of the brain
* The issue of stress during pregnancy and the early period of
development on behaviors and immune functions in children
An authoritative guide for all researchers and students in the fields
of immunology, neuroscience, and psychology, Stress, Immune Function,
and Health: The Connection is also an essential reference for
physicians and nurses concerned with stress and immune-related
diseases.
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