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Psychiatric Considerations in Breast Cancer: an Integrative Review
Lindsay G Lebin1, Katherine C Wu2, Olivia Pointer3
1Department of Psychiatry, Anschutz Medical Campus, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1890 N Revere Court, MS546, Room 5029, Aurora, 80045, CO, US. Lindsay.lebin@ucdenver.edu.
Current Psychiatry Reports
|October 8, 2025
Summary
Psychiatric disorders are common in breast cancer patients. Integrating mental health care into oncology settings improves outcomes, but more research is needed for optimal interventions.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Psychiatry
- Psycho-oncology
Background:
- Psychiatric disorders and distress are prevalent throughout the breast cancer patient journey.
- These symptoms significantly impact patient health outcomes and quality of life.
Purpose of the Study:
- To synthesize recent evidence on psychiatric care in breast cancer.
- Focus areas include care delivery models, psychotherapy, and medication management.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent evidence.
- Synthesis of findings related to psychiatric interventions in breast cancer care.
Main Results:
- Effective models integrate mental health professionals into oncology settings, utilizing telehealth and digital interventions.
- Various psychotherapeutic approaches show benefit, but optimal choices for specific concerns require further study.
- Medication considerations include tamoxifen interactions (CYP2D6) and benzodiazepine use for side effects, with associated risks.
Conclusions:
- Routine mental health monitoring and evidence-based interventions are crucial for breast cancer care.
- Further research is essential to refine psychiatric care delivery and optimize interventions across all treatment phases.
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