Key result
Two months after a first myocardial infarction, two out of three male patients displayed avoidance behavior and 70% restricted everyday activities.
Cross-Sectional (n=201)
Psychological factors and emotional upset, rather than somatic cardiac factors, are the primary drivers of sick-role behavior and activity restriction two months post-MI, highlighting the need for improved psychological care.
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Psychological factors may drive post-MI avoidance; leaves open causality and whether targeted interventions improve activity restriction.
Wiklund et al. (1984) conducted a cross-sectional in First myocardial infarction (n=201). Social, psychological and somatic factors was evaluated on Sick-role and attitude towards disease and work. Two months after a first myocardial infarction, two out of three male patients displayed avoidance behavior and 70% restricted everyday activities.
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