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Impact of Psychological Stress on Cardiovascular Health and Strategies for Management
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Abstract
Psychological stress has been demonstrated to precipitate physiological disorders via the hypothalamic-pituitary nerves. Consequently, this phenomenon has been the subject of growing interest in recent years, particularly in the context of cardiovascular disease. In the modern era, there has been a notable rise in the prevalence of psychological stress among the general population. A great number of factors can contribute to the development of psychological stress, including demanding occupational roles and familial relationships. Prior research has demonstrated that elevated psychological stress levels are associated with an increased risk of arrhythmia, elevated blood pressure, and other adverse outcomes. The incidence of cardiovascular disease is higher in individuals who experience elevated levels of psychological stress. And the preventative measures are regular exercise and meditation, which have been demonstrated to reduce psychological stress in individuals. Therefore, the paper presents a review of the causes of psychological stress, methods of assessment, and the mechanisms affecting cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, arrhythmia, and coronary heart disease, and also discusses non-pharmacological interventions. The results indicate that the application of the scientific method allows individuals to more effectively regulate stress, maintain cardiovascular health, and ultimately achieve a higher sense of overall health and well-being.
Keywords
Psychological Stress, Cardiovascular Disease, Coping Strategies, Interventions
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Li,Y. (2024). Impact of Psychological Stress on Cardiovascular Health and Strategies for Management. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,63,113-118.
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