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Can thinking about getting old increase my chances of getting sick?
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If it makes you sad.: It depends on the effects of thinking about getting old. There is some evidence that low levels of positive emotion (or high levels of negative emotions) can affect your immune system, which could increase your risk of infections. So, if thinking about growing old is associated with negative emotions (e.g., depression, anger, anxiety) it could make you more susceptible to illness.
Answered 12/9/2013
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