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PTSD Linked to Development of Cardiometabolic Diseases

Miriam E Tucker   |   Clinical Summary   |   24 May 2023
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Source

BMC Psychiatry .

Takeaway

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) was associated with increased risk of developing cardiometabolic diseases.

Low socioeconomic status and comorbid mental disorders in PTSD patients were associated with the increased cardiometabolic disease risk.

Why this matters

Cardiometabolic disease may negatively affect quality of life and longevity.

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