Moody and sad? It might be your immune system

Atomic ideas from a psychology professor                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Forwarded this email? [Subscribe here]() for more [Moody and sad? It might be your immune system]( Atomic ideas from a psychology professor Dec 12   [READ IN APP](   Social neuroscientist and psychology professor Keely Muscatell unravels the fascinating interconnectedness of our immune system and mood. [Upgrade to paid]( She delves into how physiological changes during sickness can significantly impact our psychological state, leading to feelings of depression or social withdrawal. Importance of Understanding Interconnectedness Understanding this interconnectedness provides a new perspective on managing mental health during times of illness or stress. Recognizing feelings of depression or social withdrawal as natural responses aimed at protecting health can help manage mental well-being more effectively. Immune System’s Role in Social Behavior Inflammation doesn’t always lead to social withdrawal. Inflammation in the body can signal to the brain to make us feel down, depressed and even hopeless…So this research shows the powerful influence that the immune system can have on our mood and on our social behavior. – Keely Muscatell In certain cases, it might motivate us to seek interactions specifically with people who are closest to us. Download the AtomicIdeas App ([Android]( [iOS]( and read this for free. Note: your paid app subscription syncs with the access to full newsletter content]... Keep reading with a 7-day free trial Subscribe to Atomic Ideas. By Ashish Sinha to keep reading this post and get 7 days of free access to the full post archives. [Start trial]( A subscription gets you: Access to all posts (and archives) More than 25% discount (vs. monthly plan) Access to new experimental features and ideas   [Like]( [Comment]( [Restack](   © 2023 Zakti Techmedia Private Limited 677, HSR Layout, Bangalore-560102 [Unsubscribe]() [Get the app]( writing]()