Asked by
Sukhpreet Singh
on Nov 18, 2024
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All of the following have been shown to suppress the immune system EXCEPT __________
A) poor marital relationships.
B) sleep deprivation.
C) overeating.
D) severe bereavement.
Immune System
A complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against harmful pathogens and diseases.
Sleep Deprivation
The condition of not having enough sleep; can negatively affect brain function, emotional well-being, and physical health.
Poor Marital Relationships
Marriages characterized by continual conflict, lack of communication, and unhappiness between partners.
- Apprehend the interplay between mental factors and bodily health, specifically how stress and various personality traits influence the probability of contracting illnesses like cancer and heart disease.
- Comprehend the principles of psychoneuroimmunology and the impact of psychological factors on the immune system.
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Learning Objectives
- Apprehend the interplay between mental factors and bodily health, specifically how stress and various personality traits influence the probability of contracting illnesses like cancer and heart disease.
- Comprehend the principles of psychoneuroimmunology and the impact of psychological factors on the immune system.