Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Meeting Life Challenges

Question:

Which of the following focuses on the links between the mind, brain and immune system?

Options:

Psychopathology

Psychoneuroimmunology

Psychoimmunology

Psychoneurology

Correct Answer:

Psychoneuroimmunology

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Psychoneuroimmunology

"Stress can cause illness by impairing the workings of the immune system. The immune system guards the body against attackers, both from within and outside. Psychoneuroimmunology focuses on the links between the mind, the brain and the immune system. It studies the effects of stress on the immune system. ...".