The Shocking Link Between Infections and Mental Illness—You Won’t Believe the Science!

Could your last flu have triggered more than a fever? This episode dives into the groundbreaking findings of how infections like HIV, Lyme disease, and even COVID-19 may spark severe psychiatric symptoms. From neuroinflammation to direct brain infections, learn about the hidden biological battlegrounds shaping your mental health. Tune in as we explore the immune system’s dark side, groundbreaking treatments, and what this means for the future of mental health care. Don’t miss this eye-opening journey into the mind’s most unexpected enemy!


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Okobi OE, Ayo-Farai O, Tran M, Ibeneme C, Ihezie CO, Ezie OB, Adeakin-Dada TO. The Impact of Infectious Diseases on Psychiatric Disorders: A Systematic Review. Cureus. 2024 Aug 6;16(8):e66323. doi: 10.7759/cureus.66323. PMID: 39238736; PMCID: PMC11377121. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles...


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