Download or read book Encyclopedia of Stress: A-E written by George Fink and published by . This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 4 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over the last decade, scientists have presented convincing research showing that psychological stress increases vulnerability to disease. Encyclopedia of Stress, 2e covers nearly every conceivable aspect and ramification of stress including a wide range of related topics such as neuroimmune interactions, cytokines, enzymatic disorders, effects on the cardiovascular system, immunity and inflammation, and physical illnesses. (Midwest).