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Show 1405: Why Does Anger Harm Your Heart?

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Anger and Cardiovascular Health

This chapter explores the complex connections between emotions, particularly anger and hostility, and their impact on cardiovascular health. It discusses research findings that highlight the detrimental effects of negative emotions on vascular function, while advocating for the inclusion of psychological interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy in cardiology. The speakers emphasize the need for improved medical education to address these emotional factors and their significance in heart health.

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