New psychotherapy may reduce anxiety, depression in heart patients
Jun 21, 2021
Adding metacognitive therapy to cardiac rehabilitation may greatly reduce anxiety and depression in people recovering from heart problems, a new study suggests.
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Overcoming midlife barriers to exercise and better health
Jun 9, 2021
Weaving physical activity into busy schedules in midlife isn't easy, but it can help preserve good heart and brain health later in life.
He keeps pursuing 鈥� and answering 鈥� big questions about the brain, body. His latest: A portable MRI.
Jun 2, 2021
Neurologist Kevin Sheth's latest research project could be a game-changer. AHA CEO Nancy Brown shares his story.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder may triple stroke risk
May 27, 2021
People with obsessive-compulsive disorder may be at particularly high risk for a stroke caused by a blood clot, new research shows.
College kid couldn't shake headache 鈥� until other symptoms revealed a stroke
May 27, 2021
A stroke survivor at 21, Jacob York is sharing his story in hopes that others his age won't feel as alone as he did.
Link between depression and heart disease cuts both ways
May 25, 2021
Depression doubles the risk of premature death in people with heart disease. Experts urge treatment to safeguard mental health.
Depression and anxiety linked to lower levels of heart health in young adults
May 24, 2021
People between the ages of 18 and 34 with depression or anxiety may be more likely to have risk factors for cardiovascular disease, new research finds.
Quickly finding 鈥� and treating 鈥� the cause of a stroke may prevent more
May 24, 2021
New guidelines call for tests to identify the cause of a stroke or mini-stroke within 48 hours so tailored treatments can prevent additional strokes.
Stressful presidential elections may impact heart health
May 20, 2021
Stress related to the 2016 U.S. presidential election may have worsened high blood pressure and increased irregular heart rhythms in people with underlying heart conditions, two studies suggest.
Months after learning to walk again, 24-year-old finally learns what caused her paralysis
May 19, 2021
When Andrea Paez went from athletic to almost immobile, grief nearly overtook her. With determination and family support, she found health and happiness.