Is cancer or heart problems caused by too much hard work, too much anxiety, and too much depression or social isolation?

[jennifer_bloom]

I heard a woman is half as less likely to die of breast cancer if she gives birth to a child, so I think breast cancer might be exacerbated by loneliness, social isolation, or a feeling of disconnection with the world around her.

I met a stranger who told me he got a heart attack when he found out his fiancé cheated on him, and he spent a week in the hospital getting medical treatment, so I have proof internal pain can lead to heart problems.

[Allybear83]

I would say that any illness can be brought on by many factors. I have to say having poor mental health can definitely contribute to disease but are not the cause. You have to factor in age, gender, if you take care of your body with proper food and exercise.

[Zionne]

Stress, anxiety, depression, and social isolation don’t directly cause cancer, but they can weaken your immune system and affect overall health, which may indirectly increase risk.

[Xawyx-2]

Yes, too much work, combined with anxiety and depression can cause some really bad health issues.

Social isolation usually affects extroverts, but introverts - not so much.

[Xawyx-2]

Thank you for MHO