Mental Health Risk High After Heart Disease, Stroke
New Study Finds 83% Increased Risk of Psychiatric Disorder Within One Year
If you've been diagnosed with stroke or heart disease, it's crucial to pay attention to both your physical and mental health. A new study has found that people who have been hospitalized for a heart-related emergency are 83% more likely to be diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder within the first year.
Risk of Psychiatric Disorder or Suicide Attempt is Particularly High in the First Year Following a Heart-Related Emergency
The study, which was published in the journal JAMA Network Open, included over 128,000 people who had been hospitalized for a heart-related emergency. The researchers compared these patients to a group of over 250,000 people who had not been hospitalized for a heart-related emergency. They found that the patients who had been hospitalized for a heart-related emergency were 83% more likely to be diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder within the first year following their hospitalization.
The risk of psychiatric disorder was particularly high in the first three months following a heart-related emergency. During this time, the patients who had been hospitalized for a heart-related emergency were 110% more likely to be diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder.
The researchers also found that the risk of suicide attempt was significantly higher in the first year following a heart-related emergency. The patients who had been hospitalized for a heart-related emergency were 70% more likely to attempt suicide within the first year following their hospitalization.
It's Crucial to Pay Attention to Both Physical and Mental Health After a Stroke or Heart Disease Diagnosis
The findings of this study highlight the importance of paying attention to both physical and mental health after a stroke or heart disease diagnosis. If you've been diagnosed with one of these conditions, it's important to talk to your doctor about your mental health. There are a number of effective treatments available for psychiatric disorders, and getting treatment can help you improve your quality of life.
Here are some tips for taking care of your mental health after a stroke or heart disease diagnosis:
- Talk to your doctor or therapist about your feelings.
- Join a support group or connect with other people who have experienced similar health challenges.
- Exercise regularly, eat a healthy diet, and get enough sleep.
- Find ways to manage stress, such as yoga, meditation, or spending time in nature.
- Avoid alcohol and drugs.
Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. By following these tips, you can improve your overall well-being and reduce your risk of developing a psychiatric disorder after a stroke or heart disease diagnosis.
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