In the context of Covid-19, the infection with SARS-CoV-2 may stimulate the immune system, leading to alterations in mood, cognition, and behavior.

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Just as psychological states can influence the immune response, so too can activation of the immune system can influence the brain and behavior. 

Effects of the Immune System on Brain and Behavior

Bower, J. E., Radin, A., & Kuhlman, K. R. (2022). Psychoneuroimmunology in the time of COVID-19: Why neuro-immune interactions matter for mental and physical health. Behaviour Research and Therapy, 104104.

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