Modifiable correlates of perceived cognitive function in breast cancer survivors up to 10  years after chemotherapy completion

ConclusionOur findings suggest that perceived cognitive changes following breast cancer treatment are multifactorial and that higher stress levels, loneliness, daytime sleepiness, and poorer sleep quality are linked to worse perceived cognitive functioning. Also, stress, loneliness, and sleep quality may affect cognitive functioning through a shared psychobiological pathway.Implications for cancer survivorsInterventions targeting stress, loneliness, and sleep quality may improve perceived cognitive functioning in breast cancer survivors.
Source: Journal of Cancer Survivorship - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research