- Chronic Stress and Chronic Disease: Understanding the Long-Term Impact on Health_

Course overview

Participants will learn how chronic stress contributes to the development and progression of chronic diseases through neuroendocrine, inflammatory, and behavioral pathways. The session highlights why stress is a critical but often overlooked risk factor in conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. Understanding this connection matters because addressing stress targets a root driver of disease rather than just symptoms. Participants will gain practical strategies to assess and manage stress in clinical care, ultimately improving prevention, enhancing disease management, and promoting better long-term health outcomes.