Research Design

Overview of Methods

Psychoneuroimmunology

The structure of this project focuses on the holistic lens of psychoneuroimmunology. This paradigm argues that the nature of the psychological, neurological, and immunological systems of the body are more interconnected than previously understood. Functions of each system can predict effects on other systems, such as someone with declining mental health increasing their likelihood of becoming sick.

Psychological Measures

Hamilton Anxiety Scale (HAM-A)

Measuring: Anxiety

Patient Health Questionnaire-9

Measuring: Depression

Immunological Measures

Immune Status Questionnaire (ISQ)

Measuring: Immune System function

Quality of Life Measures

Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQOL)

Measuring: Quality of Life

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