psychoneuroimmunology

n. the study of how the brain and behavior affect immune responses. [originated by U.S. psychologist Robert Ader (1932–2011)] —psychoneuroimmunological adj.

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January 23rd 2025

attenuated positive symptoms

in schizophrenia, a reduction in hallucinations, delusions, bizarre behavior, or conceptual thought problems. See also positive symptom.