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This Doubles Your Risk of Death After a Heart Attack, New Study Says
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If you're younger or middle-aged and have a heart attack, your mental health may affect your long-term survival, a new study suggests. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don't miss these
Patients in High Distress Have Greater Risk
Researchers at Emory University looked at 283 heart attack survivors aged 18 to 61 (average age 51). Each answered questionnaires assessing their levels of depression, anxiety, anger, stress, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) within six months of their heart attack. Using that data, the scientists categorized each person as having mild, moderate, or high mental distress.

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