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Cardiac Psychology: Psychosocial and Behavioral Assessment and Treatment for Cardiovascular Conditions

Alyssa Vela, PhD, and Allison Carroll, PhD

Psychological and behavioral factors increase risk for primary cardiovascular disease (CVD) and worsen prognosis and quality of life among patients with CVD. The current paper highlights the unique psychological, behavioral, and psychosocial challenges faced by patients with CVD, particularly among vulnerable and historically marginalized populations, and offers recommendations and considerations for evidence-based treatments. A case example is utilized to illustrate the biopsychosocial experience of CVD and related treatment, as well as the opportunities for psychosocial and behavioral interventions. Psychologists with specialized training in cardiac psychology are uniquely positioned to address these risk factors, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in diverse medical settings, and significantly improve patients’ cardiovascular health and quality of life.

Credit 1
Level Intermediate
Price $25.00
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Learning Objectives
  1. Identify relationships between cardiovascular and mental health concerns
  2. Compare cardiovascular risk across identities and areas of diversity
  3. Describe evidence-based cardiac psychology interventions for cardiovascular patients
Citation

Vela, A. & Carroll, A. (2023). Cardiac Psychology: Psychosocial and Behavioral Assessment and Treatment for Cardiovascular Conditions. Journal of Health Service Psychology, 49(1), 21–32. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42843-023-00079-8.

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