29 Nov 2011 Medical News Today
According to recent data, depression may have more severe consequences than previously thought. Compared to people who are not depressed, those with a mood disorder could be two times as likely to suffer a heart attack.
To date, this process has not been clearly understood. A novel investigation led by Concordia University has discovered that recovery time following exercise is slower for individuals who suffer from depression than for those who are non-depressed. The study is published in the journal Psychophysiology.
Findings from the investigation indicate that a dysfunctional biological stress system is active among individuals who are depressed. The study warns that it is vital that patients suffering from major depression be tested for cardiovascular disease.
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