{"id":10486,"date":"2024-08-16T06:00:29","date_gmt":"2024-08-16T10:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rubanrose.wpbeta.vortexdev.com\/?p=10486"},"modified":"2024-09-23T13:50:14","modified_gmt":"2024-09-23T17:50:14","slug":"does-stress-contribute-to-the-progression-of-breast-cancer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rubanrose.wpbeta.vortexdev.com\/en\/blog\/does-stress-contribute-to-the-progression-of-breast-cancer\/","title":{"rendered":"Does stress contribute to the progression of breast cancer?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The possible role of stress among the many risk factors for breast cancer is attracting increasing attention. But can it really be said to contribute to the development or progression of breast cancer? This article answers this question and offers advice on healthy lifestyle habits to improve your well-being.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n  <section class=\"title-with-subtitle__container theme-block is-style-subtitle-big aligndefault \"\n    >\n\n\n    <div class=\"title-with-subtitle__innerblocks-container\">\n  <section class=\"title-with-subtitle theme-block alignfull is-style-heading-size-2 aligndefault has-text-align-left\"\n    >\n   <h2>              <span class=\"title-with-subtitle__subtitle\">\n          What is        <\/span>\n      \n              stress?            <\/h2>  <\/section>\n\n<\/div>\n\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n<p>Stress is the body\u2019s natural reaction to situations it perceives as threatening or difficult. Stress can be acute (short-term) or chronic (persisting over a long period). It can cause various physiological (hormonal, neurological or cardiovascular) or psychological reactions.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The stress response is essential to enable us to react to various situations (e.g., running a marathon, escaping from a predator, etc.). But long-term exposure to it (e.g., concern about performance at work) can be problematic.&nbsp; This state of being can be expressed in very different ways, depending on the source of stress and the individual:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Physical symptoms: <\/strong>Bodily pain, stomach ache, headache, increased heart rate, etc.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Psychological or emotional symptoms:<\/strong> Difficulty concentrating, fear, worry, anxiety, inability to relax, sadness, depression, etc.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Chronic stress is particularly worrying because it can have negative effects on physical and mental health. Over the long term, it can impact lifestyle (changes in eating habits, disturbed sleep patterns). Some people become more inclined to take up or restart smoking, or abuse alcohol or other harmful substances. Long-term stress can aggravate a person\u2019s physical and mental health.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Given its impact on the body, one might assume that stress contributes to the risk of breast cancer. But is this really the case?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n  <section class=\"title-with-subtitle__container theme-block is-style-subtitle-big aligndefault \"\n    >\n\n\n    <div class=\"title-with-subtitle__innerblocks-container\">\n  <section class=\"title-with-subtitle theme-block alignfull is-style-heading-size-2 aligndefault has-text-align-left\"\n    >\n   <h2>              <span class=\"title-with-subtitle__subtitle\">\n          Does stress increase the risk of developing        <\/span>\n      \n              breast cancer?              <\/h2>  <\/section>\n\n<\/div>\n\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n<p>Stress hormones, such as cortisol, norepinephrine and epinephrine, are released during stressful situations. Although these hormones are essential to responding to \u201cdanger,\u201d prolonged exposure can lead to a number of health problems.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some scientific studies suggest that chronic exposure to these molecules may influence tumour development, progression or metastasis. However, most of these studies have been conducted on mice. Data on the effects of chronic stress on disease in humans remains controversial. Certain studies indicate a link; others do not. To be certain, more studies need to be carried out on people with breast cancer. So there is still a lack of studies to confirm a link between stress and this disease.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Human data on stress\u2019s link with breast cancer are insufficient for the time being. Therefore a direct and definitive link between stress and breast cancer cannot be established.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n  <section class=\"title-with-subtitle__container theme-block is-style-subtitle-big aligndefault \"\n    >\n\n\n    <div class=\"title-with-subtitle__innerblocks-container\">\n  <section class=\"title-with-subtitle theme-block alignfull is-style-heading-size-2 aligndefault has-text-align-left\"\n    >\n   <h2>              <span class=\"title-with-subtitle__subtitle\">\n          Is there a link between stress and        <\/span>\n      \n              breast cancer?            <\/h2>  <\/section>\n\n<\/div>\n\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned earlier, there is no direct link between them. However, chronic stress can have an impact on certain behaviours that can increase the risk of breast cancer. What cannot be denied is that reducing stress and adopting healthy lifestyle habits can improve general well-being.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people develop detrimental ways of offsetting stress, such as:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using or abusing tobacco, alcohol or other harmful substances;\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over- or under-eating, leading to an increase in body fat;\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reducing physical activity and\/or increasing sedentary time.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Because these negative, stress-linked lifestyle habits are risk factors for breast cancer, stress could therefore be said to have an indirect adverse impact on the illness.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n  <section class=\"title-with-subtitle__container theme-block is-style-subtitle-big aligndefault \"\n    >\n\n\n    <div class=\"title-with-subtitle__innerblocks-container\">\n  <section class=\"title-with-subtitle theme-block alignfull is-style-heading-size-2 aligndefault has-text-align-left\"\n    >\n   <h2>              <span class=\"title-with-subtitle__subtitle\">\n          How to improve your day-to-day        <\/span>\n      \n              stress management            <\/h2>  <\/section>\n\n<\/div>\n\n  <\/section>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few tips to help you limit the impact of stress on your well-being:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify the source\/cause of stress in order to implement a means of limiting it;\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify priorities for handling tasks that may be stressful;\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay attention to your own physical and mental\/psychological limits;\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incorporate physical activity into your routine;\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meditate or engage in activities that help you relax;\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use mindfulness techniques;\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eat a balanced and varied diet;\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/content\/dam\/phac-aspc\/documents\/services\/publications\/healthy-living\/canadian-adults-getting-enough-sleep-infographic\/64-03-18-2136-Sleep-Adults-Infographic-EN-Final-03.05.2019.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get enough sleep<\/a> (7\u20139 hours nightly) and limit exposure to light at night;\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t hesitate to ask for help and support when you need it.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To conclude, while more research is needed to establish a direct link between stress and breast cancer, it is clear that chronic stress can have harmful effects on overall health. Take care of yourself and adopt healthy lifestyle habits to ensure your physical and mental well-being.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on breast cancer prevention, visit our website and discover our dedicated resources.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ressources :<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Foundation\u2019s My Active Health<sup>TM<\/sup><sup> <\/sup>program: Promoting physical activity and a healthy lifestyle among people with\u2013or at risk of developing\u2013breast cancer: <a href=\"https:\/\/rubanrose.wpbeta.vortexdev.com\/en\/support-me\/healthy-lifestyle-habits\/my-active-healthmc-physical-activity\/msa-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MSA program \u2013 Ruban rose<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Info-Social 811: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quebec.ca\/en\/health\/finding-a-resource\/info-social-811\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Info-Social 811 | Government of Quebec (quebec.ca)<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Suicide help, education and prevention line: 1 866 APPELLE (277-3553): <a href=\"https:\/\/suicide.ca\/en\/chatting-online-with-a-counsellor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chat online with a counsellor \u2013 | Suicide.ca<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digital and self-care tools for mental health \u2013 Government of Quebec: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quebec.ca\/en\/health\/mental-health\/finding-help-and-support-for-mental-health\/digital-and-self-care-tools-for-mental-health\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Digital and self-care tools for mental health | Government of Quebec (quebec.ca)<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mental health and support resources \u2013 Government of Quebec: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quebec.ca\/en\/health\/mental-health\/finding-help-and-support-for-mental-health\/finding-mental-health-help-and-support-resources\/mental-health-help-and-support-resources\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mental health and support resources | Government of Quebec (quebec.ca)<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The possible role of stress among the many risk factors for breast cancer is attracting increasing attention. But can it really be said to contribute to the development or progression of breast cancer? 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