Psychosocial Stress and Social Support Are Associated With Prostate-Specific Antigen Levels in Men: Results From a Community Screening Program

摘要: Perceived stress and satisfaction with social support were assessed in 318 men participating a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening program. We predicted that high would be associated PSA low PSA. also Stress x Support interaction (buffering). Hypothesized main effects confirmed not explained by recency of previous rectal examinations or current urinary symptoms. There was no evidence buffering. results digital examinations. These findings raise the possibility psychosocial factors promote prostate disease through direct physiologic pathways. However, it is possible data reflect on health-related behaviors scores affected participants' anticipation problems basis prior tests