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Negative affect is identified as a significant risk factor for the development of heart disease, as evidenced by multiple claims [1], [2], [3], and [4]. Furthermore, longitudinal studies demonstrate that individuals with higher levels of negative affectivity have a 32% increased likelihood of experiencing heart disease [5], [6].
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Stress, Lifestyle, and Health – Psychology 2e OpenStax pressbooks.cuny.edu 3 facts
measurementA study of over 10,000 middle-aged London-based civil servants followed for an average of 12.5 years found that those who scored in the upper third on a test of negative affectivity were 32% more likely to experience heart disease, heart attack, or angina than those who scored in the lowest third.
claimNegative affectivity is associated with the development of both hypertension and heart disease.
claimNegative emotional states, specifically negative affectivity and depression, have been linked to the development of heart disease.
Stress, Lifestyle, and Health – Introduction to Psychology open.maricopa.edu 3 facts
claimNegative affectivity is linked to the development of both hypertension and heart disease.
referenceNegative emotional states, specifically negative affectivity and depression, are linked with heart disease.
measurementA study of over 10,000 middle-aged London-based civil servants followed for an average of 12.5 years found that individuals who scored in the upper third on a test of negative affectivity were 32% more likely to experience heart disease, heart attack, or angina than those who scored in the lowest third.