a must read from the Epstein files
Chapter 5. The immunology of self-deception The immune system is very expensive Sickness behavior Sleep is very important for immune function The brain consumes 20% of resting metabolic rate-no matter what Genetic activity of the brain and immune system Old-age positivity and immune function Writing about trauma improves immune function (and other life outcomes) HIV infection and homosexuality-the effects of denial and disclosure Positive affect and immune function The placebo-immune effects"
https://journaliststudio.google.com/pinpoint/document-view?collection=c109fa8e7dcf42c1&p=1&docid=d09d30f5e14d488c_c109fa8e7dcf42c1&dapvm=2