Abstract
Stress, defined as a stimulus, a response, and an interaction between the person and the environment is eventually present
in everyday life. Nevertheless, stress can be both dangerous and uncomfortable. Stress influences the corticotropin—releasing
factor and the locus ceruleus-norepinephrine systems, which in turn impact the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis and the
autonomic nervous system. At the same time, stress directly affects the immune system. Treatment by means of an alternative
approach such as neurotherapy can enhance the immune system and thereby improve the patient’s overall wellbeing.
in everyday life. Nevertheless, stress can be both dangerous and uncomfortable. Stress influences the corticotropin—releasing
factor and the locus ceruleus-norepinephrine systems, which in turn impact the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis and the
autonomic nervous system. At the same time, stress directly affects the immune system. Treatment by means of an alternative
approach such as neurotherapy can enhance the immune system and thereby improve the patient’s overall wellbeing.
- Content Type Journal Article
- DOI 10.1007/s10804-010-9116-5
- Authors
- Patricia Wiener, C.E.H.N. (Centro de Estudios Humanos y Neuropsicología—Center for Human Studies and Neuropsychology), P.O. Box 949, La Paz, Bolivia
- Journal Journal of Adult Development
- Online ISSN 1573-3440
- Print ISSN 1068-0667