There is now an increasing appreciation of how psychological health can contribute not only in a negative way to cardiovascular disease (CVD) but also in a positive way to better cardiovascular health and reduced cardiovascular risk.
These are direct effects through biological pathways as well as indirectly through lifestyle factors. This podcast will change the way you view the head / heart connection ❤️
The American Heart Association Scientific Statement
This scientific paper details the relationship between psychological health and cardiovascular health and disease and suggests simple steps to screen for, and ultimately improve, the psychological health of patients with and at risk for CVD.
The mind, heart, and body are interconnected and interdependent.
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