Unit Award Scheme

120752 PSYCHONEUROIMMUNOLOGY: THE INTERACTION BETWEEN THE MIND, BRAIN, AND IMMUNE SYSTEM

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
1	what psychoneuroimmunology isis the meaning of psychoneuroimmunology	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
2	the basic features of the nervous system, the endocrine system, and the immune system	Student completed work
3	the role of chronic stress in suppressing the immune system	Student completed work
4	how positive and negative emotions may enhance or weaken immune responses	Student completed work
5	the role of cytokines as messengers between the brain and the immune system	Student completed work
demonstrated the ability to
6	deliver a presentation on psychoneuroimmunology to peers.	Student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 30 January 2024Level - Level Three