Dr. Annelise Madison

Biography

Annelise Madison is a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Psychology Department at the University of Michigan. Her research primarily focuses on the intersections of psychoneuroimmunology and clinical psychology, exploring how mind-brain-immune connections can influence the development of interventions for inflammatory disorders and the treatment of conditions such as depression. Dr. Madison's work aims to bridge the gap between clinical science and psychology, advocating for an integration of psychological frameworks into medical practices. Her lab investigates the role of the gut-brain axis in immune function, examining how social stress can lead to immune dysregulation and an increased risk for psychopathology, particularly depression. She is dedicated to advancing the understanding of how psychosocial factors interact with physiological responses to stress, seeking to improve treatment efficacy through innovative approaches. As an affiliate member of the Eisenberg Family Depression Center, Dr. Madison actively pursues research that resides at the intersection of psychology and medicine.

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