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Health psychologist Sheldon Cohen demonstrated that people who experienced chronic stressors that lasted more than a month were the least likely to develop colds when exposed to a cold virus.


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Different Antigen

Refers to a substance or molecule that is recognized by the immune system as foreign, eliciting an immune response. Each antigen is distinct, allowing the body to identify various pathogens or foreign compounds specifically.

IgG Antibodies

A type of antibody that is the most common and widely distributed in body fluids, playing a crucial role in immune response.

Memory Cells

A type of immune cell that remains in the body long term after an infection has been defeated, enabling a faster and stronger response upon re-exposure to the same pathogen.

IgM Antibodies

The first type of antibody the body makes when it fights a new infection, providing an initial line of defense against pathogens.

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