Heart Health - NOW Health Network

Dr Milan Gupta Cardiologist

Ethnicity and heart disease.

Heart disease and poor mental health, like depression and anxiety, have a strong two-way relationship:

Mental health conditions can increase the risk of developing heart disease, and heart disease can lead to mental health issues, creating a cycle that impacts overall well -being. Both can be managed through lifestyle changes such as regular exercise and connecting with others, seeking professional help from doctors or therapists, and practicing stress-reducing activities like mindfulness

Dr. Graham Wong, Cardiologist, Vancouver, BC

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Dr. Brett Heilbron MD, FRCPC, Cardiologist

Dealing with Mental Anxiety and stress

Power of the Mind How to Manage Both Conditions

Communicate with Your Doctor: Discuss all your physical and mental health symptoms with your healthcare provider to ensure comprehensive care.

Adopt a Healthy Lifestyle: Engage in regular exercise, eat a balanced diet, and prioritize good sleep, as these benefit both mental and physical health.
Seek Professional Help: Consider therapy, counseling, or support groups to manage emotional distress. Behavioral therapies have been shown to be effective for depression in heart patients.
Practice Mindfulness: Incorporate mindfulness or other stress-reduction techniques into your daily routine to help lower stress levels.
Stay Socially Connected: Build strong social connections with family and friends to combat feelings of isolation.

Prof of Psychiatry - Lakshmi Yathan

Psychiatric effects on Heart Disease

Power of the Mind : How Heart Disease Affects Mental Health

Psychological Impact of Events: Experiencing a heart attack, stroke, or heart failure can be a traumatic event, leading to fear of death, disability, and financial problems that trigger depression or anxiety.
Reduced Energy and Function: The physical limitations imposed by heart disease can make it difficult to engage in activities, leading to a loss of self-confidence and further symptoms of sadness or withdrawal.
Increased Mental Health Disorders: Studies show that a significant percentage of people experience depression or anxiety following a cardiac event, with rates particularly high after heart surgery.

Dr Milan Gupta Cardiologist

Smoking and heart disease.

Direct Biological Pathways: Chronic stress, depression, and anxiety can cause physiological changes, including increased heart rate, blood pressure, and cortisol levels, which can contribute to heart disease over time.

Risky Health Behaviors: Mental health issues can lead to behaviors that are detrimental to heart health, such as poor diet, lack of exercise, and increased smoking, further elevating the risk.

Physiological Responses to Stress: Mental stress can cause a temporary reduction in blood flow to the heart and increased arterial constriction in individuals with existing atherosclerosis.