immune system ↔ cortisol

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Cortisol is a steroid hormone that directly regulates the immune system, with its effects ranging from temporary enhancement during short-term release {fact:2, fact:5} to suppression and weakening of immune function when levels are persistently elevated {fact:1, fact:3, fact:4, fact:6, fact:7}.

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Stress, Lifestyle, and Health – Psychology 2e OpenStax pressbooks.cuny.edu CUNY Pressbooks 2 facts

claimExposure to high levels of the stress hormone cortisol can weaken immune system functioning, making an individual more vulnerable to infection or disease.

claimCortisol is a stress hormone that helps provide a boost of energy when encountering a stressor, but sustained elevated levels of cortisol weaken the immune system.

Stress, Lifestyle, and Health – Introduction to Psychology open.maricopa.edu Maricopa Open Digital Press 2 facts

claimSustained elevated levels of cortisol weaken the immune system.

claimShort-term cortisol release can have favorable effects, including providing extra energy, temporarily improving immune system functioning, and decreasing pain sensitivity.

Implications for Mental Health and Coping Strategies | OxJournal oxjournal.org oxjournal.org 1 fact

claimPersistent high levels of cortisol suppress the immune system by inhibiting the production of cytokines, which are proteins crucial for regulating the immune response to infections and inflammation (Slavich, 2016).

Stress: Its Negative Impact on Your Mental & Physical Health cwcare.net CW Care 1 fact

claimSteroid hormones, including cortisol, are important for regulating the immune system.

Chronic stress leads to health problems | MU Extension extension.missouri.edu University of Missouri Extension 1 fact

claimCortisol can suppress the immune system and prevent the digestive and reproductive systems from functioning appropriately.