Why the study?
Stressful childhood events increase the risk of chronic illnesses like cardiovascular diseases, but the roles of psychological resilience and autonomic nervous system reactivity in this link needed examination.
Are childhood traumatic experiences associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease?
Are childhood traumatic experiences associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease?
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Psychological neglect during childhood is a significant predictor of cardiovascular disease, suggesting that psychological interventions may be beneficial for high-risk populations.
Objective Early life experiences significantly impact an individual's health. Stressful events during childhood increase the risk of chronic illnesses, including cardiovascular diseases (CVD). This study examines the connection between childhood traumatic experiences (CTE) and CVD, focusing on the roles of psychological resilience (PR) and Autonomic Nervous System Reactivity (ANSR).Method The hierarchical logistic regression model was tested on data collected using self-report questionnaires from 327 participants (164 with CVD, 163 healthy).Result Psychological neglect (PN) emerged as the primary predictor of CVD among CTE factors. Incorporating PR and ANSR into the analysis showed they had a minimal impact on the CVD–CTE relationship. Additionally, over protection/over control (OP–OC) was significantly associated with CVD.Discussion The link between CVD, PR and CTE warrants more attention. Psychological interventions are essential to help high-risk populations by either reducing the onset or mitigating long-term effects of CVD.
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