title: The "stress analogy" in the context of psychoneuroimmunology.
abstract: The "stress analogy" is examined from the perspective of psychoneuroimmunology. Arguments are presented that do not support a linear and mathematical conception of psychosocial stress, as defended by the "stress analogy" concept. Implications for the study of schizophrenia are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Multicultural Education and Research, Los Angeles, CA 90064.
authors.forename: F
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Chiappelli
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D006801:Humans; D008016:Life Change Events; D015213:Neuroimmunomodulation; D012559:Schizophrenia / Q000276:immunology*; D012565:Schizophrenic Psychology; D013315:Stress, Psychological / Q000150:complications*