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Psilocybin & MDMA: Inflammation, Stress & Brain-Body Communication | Michael Wheeler | 230

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Brain-Body Communication: The Immune Connection

This chapter explores the complex interactions between the central nervous system and the immune system, highlighting how the brain processes and reacts to inflammatory signals from the body. It emphasizes the role of microglia and other immune cells in maintaining brain health, regulating neurotransmission, and responding to illnesses. The discussion also connects neuroinflammation to mood disorders, exploring how systemic inflammatory responses can influence emotional regulation and mental health.

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