Enough of an impact to increase our risk for very specific illnesses and even cancers?
The answer comes off as yes.
Research proves chronic stress is directly related to the development of cancer.
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However, at least with respect to cancer, there are still many unknowns.
Do Any Studies Link Career Stress to Cancer?
The group called for prospective studies to examine this question further.
A Look at the Biology
How does stress affect the body?
Remember, psychological stress consists of physical, mental, or emotional pressure.
This is called a fight or flight response.
Sometimes it can be hard to identify depression in someone who has cancer.
A Word From Verywell
People use the term cancer survivor in different ways.
In either case, survivors are forever changed from the experience.
For now, managing stress as best as you could be helpful in living a higher quality of life.
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