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The relationship between autoimmune disease and mental health is profound, bidirectional, and frequently overlooked. Neuroinflammation drives depression and anxiety; chronic stress drives immune dysregulation. This chapter addresses both directions of this critical connection.
This chapter is part of the complete "Immune Reset" book by Dr. Pedro A. Deliz, MD. The full text, clinical protocols, dosing recommendations, and referenced studies are available in the published edition.
Key Topics Covered
- Neuroinflammation as the driver of depression in autoimmune disease
- The bidirectional relationship: stress drives immune dysregulation
- Psychoneuroimmunology: the science of mind-body medicine
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and its effect on inflammatory markers
- Natural antidepressant protocols: 5-HTP, SAMe, and Rhodiola