Silent killer: Study shows depression can damage your heart health
A large study reveals depression's impact extends beyond mood, significantly increasing heart disease risk. Researchers observed heightened amygdala activity in depressed individuals, suggesting a constant stress response. These biological changes, including elevated blood pressure and inflammation, can damage blood vessels over time, highlighting the crucial link between mental and cardiovascular health.
A large study reveals depression's impact extends beyond mood, significantly increasing heart disease risk. Researchers observed heightened amygdala activity in depressed individuals, suggesting a constant stress response. These biological changes, including elevated blood pressure and inflammation, can damage blood vessels over time, highlighting the crucial link between mental and cardiovascular health.
