Autoimmune Diseases and Stressful Life Events

This chapter explores a study that investigates the link between stressful life events and the risk of autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. It highlights caregiving as a key stressor, particularly among middle-aged and older women, and discusses the significance of factors such as social support and physical abuse. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of new research methodologies and the need for integrating diverse data to better understand the immune response to stress.