Parasites can be connected to anxiety primarily through their effects on the nervous system, immune system, and gut microbiome. 📍Inflammation and Immune Response – Some parasites trigger chronic inflammation, which can affect brain function. Inflammation has been linked to anxiety and other mood disorders. 📍Gut-Brain Axis Disruption – Many parasites infect the gut, altering the microbiome and affecting neurotransmitter production, especially serotonin and dopamine. A disrupted gut microbiome h