Discussion: Stress And Depression
For this Discussion, review this week's Learning Resources as well as the "Stress, Depression, and the Immune Response" section of the "Stress, the Immune System, Chronic Illness, and Your Body" handout. Then reflect on the different ways stress, the stress response, and depression are connected. Finally, consider what part depression plays in the immune and inflammatory response systems.
With these thoughts in mind:
Post an explanation of the relationships between stress and depression. Then describe two factors of stress response that influence the development of depression and explain how. Finally, explain the influence of depression on the immune and inflammatory response systems. Be specific.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.