The role of psychoneuroimmunology in mental health disorders: The intertwined pathways

Title

The role of psychoneuroimmunology in mental health disorders: The intertwined pathways

Creator

Alfonso, Thaddeus; Ranganathan, Maharishi

Description

The chapter provides a comprehensive overview of psychoneuroimmunology (PNI), detailing the interactions between psychological processes, the nervous system, and the immune system in relation to mental health disorders. It discusses how psychological stress can affect immune function, leading to altered neurotransmitter function and contributing to conditions like anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia. The chapter also explores the influence of gut microbiota on the immune system and brain function and emphasizes the therapeutic implications of understanding PNI pathways for developing innovative and potentially life-changing treatments for mental health disorders. Overall, the chapter highlights the interconnected pathways of the nervous, endocrine, and immune systems and advocates for a holistic approach to mental health care. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved.

Source

Research Methodologies and Practical Applications in Psychoneuroimmunology;pp.145-168

Date

01-01-2025

Publisher

IGI Global

Coverage

Alfonso T., Christ University, India; Ranganathan M., Christ University, India

Rights

Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library

Relation

ISBN: 979-836937434-4; 979-836937432-0;

Format

online

Language

English

Type

Book chapter

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-7432-0.ch008

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