Anger and depression linked to heart problems
Anger and depression can have detrimental effects of the hearts of men and women, a new study has suggested.
Recent research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology indicated that women with severe depression are at increased risk of cardiac events.
Furthermore, anger and hostility are shown to significantly increase the risk of heart disease, especially in men.
William Whang, from Columbia University Medical Centre, said: "It’s important for women with depression to be aware of the possible association between depression and heart disease, and work with their health care providers to manage their risk for coronary heart disease."
Yoichi Chida from the University College noted that the link between anger and coronary heart disease is greater in men than women.
"This suggests that the accumulation of stress responses in daily life might have a greater impact on future CHD in men," he said.
A recent German study suggested that psychological conditions such as anxiety and depression can be a factor in persistent neck pain.
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