The influence of psychological factors on coronary heart disease: A review of the evidence and implications for psychological interventions
Weize Xu, Lingyan Fang, Hemanyun Bai, Kangling Ke, Weiyan Li, Haitao Huang, Xiao Liang, Can Chen
Abstract
This article reviews the evidence on the influence of psychological factors on coronary heart disease (CHD) and discusses the implications of these findings for psychological interventions. The review focuses on the role of work stress, depression, anxiety, and social support in the impact of CHD, as well as the effects of psychological interventions on CHD. The article concludes with recommendations for future research and clinical practice.
Topics & Concepts
MedicinePsychological interventionAnxietyCoronary heart diseasePsychological stressDepression (economics)Clinical psychologySocial supportPsychological well-beingPsychiatryPsychotherapistCardiologyPsychologyEconomicsMacroeconomicsWorkplace Health and Well-beingCardiac Health and Mental HealthHealthcare professionals’ stress and burnout