Systematic Reviews and Meta Analysis

The Relationship between Stress and Immune Function: A Review Article

Volume: 9 Number: 1 June 30, 2025
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The Relationship between Stress and Immune Function: A Review Article

Abstract

The intricate nexus between stress levels and immune system efficacy has drawn considerable scientific interest, given its profound implications for human health and quality of life. Persistent or chronic stress can precipitate deleterious outcomes on the immune system, inducing immune system imbalance, heightened vulnerability to infections, and elevated probability of contracting a diverse range of diseases. This analytical review presents an exhaustive exploration of the complex interaction between stress conditions and immune responses. It delves into the effects of stress stimuli on the activity of immune cells, the production of cytokines, inflammation levels, and the equilibrium of pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory processes. Furthermore, this paper examines various stress management methodologies such as mindfulness-based stress reduction, meditation practices, physical exercise, and social support networks that can potentially ameliorate immune system performance and mitigate the harmful consequences of chronic stress. Comprehending the interconnectivity between stress and immune responses is indispensable for fostering optimal health and quality of life. Subsequent research endeavors should concentrate on demystifying the underlying mechanisms of stress-induced immune imbalances and individual variances in stress reactions to devise bespoke strategies for stress regulation and immune system fortification.

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Supporting Institution

This study is supported by the Department of Biology, College of Education for Pure Science, University of Mosul.

Ethical Statement

Ethics committee approval is not required for this study.

Thanks

A great thankful Central Laboratories/ Nenawa Health Office including doctors and nurses who were supportive to accomplish this study.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Genetic Immunology

Journal Section

Systematic Reviews and Meta Analysis

Early Pub Date

May 26, 2025

Publication Date

June 30, 2025

Submission Date

February 17, 2025

Acceptance Date

April 25, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 9 Number: 1

APA
Kahya, H. F. H., & Mahmood, M. T. (2025). The Relationship between Stress and Immune Function: A Review Article. Commagene Journal of Biology, 9(1), 112-122. https://doi.org/10.31594/commagene.1641548
AMA
1.Kahya HFH, Mahmood MT. The Relationship between Stress and Immune Function: A Review Article. Comm. J. Biol. 2025;9(1):112-122. doi:10.31594/commagene.1641548
Chicago
Kahya, Hasan Faisal Hussein, and Mohammed Taha Mahmood. 2025. “The Relationship Between Stress and Immune Function: A Review Article”. Commagene Journal of Biology 9 (1): 112-22. https://doi.org/10.31594/commagene.1641548.
EndNote
Kahya HFH, Mahmood MT (June 1, 2025) The Relationship between Stress and Immune Function: A Review Article. Commagene Journal of Biology 9 1 112–122.
IEEE
[1]H. F. H. Kahya and M. T. Mahmood, “The Relationship between Stress and Immune Function: A Review Article”, Comm. J. Biol., vol. 9, no. 1, pp. 112–122, June 2025, doi: 10.31594/commagene.1641548.
ISNAD
Kahya, Hasan Faisal Hussein - Mahmood, Mohammed Taha. “The Relationship Between Stress and Immune Function: A Review Article”. Commagene Journal of Biology 9/1 (June 1, 2025): 112-122. https://doi.org/10.31594/commagene.1641548.
JAMA
1.Kahya HFH, Mahmood MT. The Relationship between Stress and Immune Function: A Review Article. Comm. J. Biol. 2025;9:112–122.
MLA
Kahya, Hasan Faisal Hussein, and Mohammed Taha Mahmood. “The Relationship Between Stress and Immune Function: A Review Article”. Commagene Journal of Biology, vol. 9, no. 1, June 2025, pp. 112-2, doi:10.31594/commagene.1641548.
Vancouver
1.Hasan Faisal Hussein Kahya, Mohammed Taha Mahmood. The Relationship between Stress and Immune Function: A Review Article. Comm. J. Biol. 2025 Jun. 1;9(1):112-2. doi:10.31594/commagene.1641548