Why the study?
How do psychologic and social variables relate to the development and outcomes of coronary heart disease?
How do psychologic and social variables relate to the development and outcomes of coronary heart disease?
Psychologic and social variables, including hostility, depression, and social support, are significantly related to the development, outcomes, and recovery of coronary heart disease, suggesting a need for targeted interventions.
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May inform psychosocial risk stratification in CHD; extends observational links but requires prospective trials before practice change.
Kathleen King (1997) studied this question.
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