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Current Cardiology Reports

The Impact of Mental Health on Cardiovascular Disease in Women

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Authors
Ingy Mahana
Karla Asturias-Gonzalez
Pristine Mei
Michele Kalt
Susmita Parashar
Roopa Rao
Lavanya Kondapalli
Olubunkola M. Olubi
D. Elizabeth Le
Published in
Current Cardiology Reports | Issue 1/2025

Abstract

Purpose of Review

To summarize the current understanding of the impact of mental health conditions on cardiovascular disease in women.

Recent Findings

Chronic psychological stress, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, adverse childhood experiences, and sexual trauma are strongly associated with a higher prevalence of cardiovascular disease and worse outcomes in women, especially in women veterans. Autonomic dysregulation, pro-inflammatory responses, and maladaptive behaviors play important roles in the interplay between mental and cardiovascular health. Stress management strategies offer cardiovascular benefits.

Summary

Mental health conditions and psychosocial stress have emerged as important non-traditional risk factors for the development cardiovascular disease in women. They disproportionately affect women and are associated with a significantly higher risk of adverse cardiovascular health. Mental health disorders produce adverse effects on the vascular, immune, inflammatory, and metabolic processes and can lead to unhealthy lifestyle choices, which collectively can exacerbate cardiovascular disease. Effective management strategies require integrated care.
Title
The Impact of Mental Health on Cardiovascular Disease in Women
Authors
Ingy Mahana
Karla Asturias-Gonzalez
Pristine Mei
Michele Kalt
Susmita Parashar
Roopa Rao
Lavanya Kondapalli
Olubunkola M. Olubi
D. Elizabeth Le
Publication date
01-12-2025
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Current Cardiology Reports / Issue 1/2025
Print ISSN: 1523-3782
Electronic ISSN: 1534-3170
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11886-025-02263-2
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