Psychoneuroimmunology of Psoriasis
Bi-directional communication between the Central Nervous System and the Endocrine System has been known for many years. Some of the hormones, themselves, are secreted by the Brain. The CNS and Endocrine System are also involved in a bi-directional communication with the Immune System. This has been a target of intense research in recent decades. Psychological states are related to changes in immune meidators. These influence the development of diseases. This review looks at the role of psychoneuroimmunology in psoriasis.