Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 7, 2026

Fundus Photography as a Convenient Tool to Study Microvascular Responses to Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors in Epidemiological Studies
10:11

Fundus Photography as a Convenient Tool to Study Microvascular Responses to Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors in Epidemiological Studies

Published on: October 22, 2014

19.7K

In sickness and in health: relationship quality and cardiovascular risk and management

Heather E Tulloch1, Paul S Greenman2,3,4

  • 1Division of Prevention and Rehabilitation, University of Ottawa Heart Institute.

Current Opinion in Cardiology
|July 18, 2018
PubMed

Insights

Relationship quality significantly impacts cardiovascular health through direct and indirect pathways. Couple-based interventions focusing on relationship quality are crucial for improving heart health outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Couple relationship quality is a significant predictor of long-term health.
  • Chronic relationship conflict negatively impacts cardiovascular health.
  • Relationship quality influences cardiovascular, neuroendocrine, and immune functions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the link between couple relationships and cardiovascular health.
  • To explore mechanisms by which relationship quality affects heart health.
  • To overview couple-based interventions for cardiovascular health.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on couple relationships and cardiovascular health.
  • Analysis of direct and indirect pathways of influence.
  • Overview of existing couple-based cardiovascular interventions.

Main Results:

  • Relationship quality affects cardiovascular health via direct (physiological) and indirect (lifestyle, adherence) pathways.
  • Interventions targeting traditional cardiovascular risk factors show limited success.
  • Few interventions focus on improving relationship quality for cardiovascular health.

Conclusions:

  • There is a significant oversight in addressing relationship quality in cardiovascular health interventions.
  • Attachment-based interventions, like Healing Hearts Together, show promise.
  • Further research with large trials is needed to assess the impact of couple-based interventions on cardiovascular outcomes.
Abstract

More Related Videos

Implementation of a Real-Time Psychosis Risk Detection and Alerting System Based on Electronic Health Records using CogStack07:31

Implementation of a Real-Time Psychosis Risk Detection and Alerting System Based on Electronic Health Records using CogStack

Published on: May 15, 2020

8.1K
Hydra, a Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Cardiovascular Analysis and Diagnosis07:51

Hydra, a Computer-Based Platform for Aiding Clinicians in Cardiovascular Analysis and Diagnosis

Published on: September 26, 2018

8.1K

Related Concept Videos

Relationship Formation02:12

Relationship Formation

What do you think is the single most influential factor in determining with whom you become friends and whom you form romantic relationships? You might be surprised to learn that the answer is simple: the people with whom you have the most contact. This most important factor is proximity. You are more likely to be friends with people you have regular contact with. For example, there are decades of research that shows that you are more likely to become friends with people who live in your dorm,...
46.2K
Ending Relationships01:28

Ending Relationships

The dissolution of intimate relationships presents complex emotional and psychological challenges, particularly when emotional bonds are strong, the relationship is long-standing, and perceived alternatives are limited. This distress often intensifies in romantic breakups, where the initiator may experience greater turmoil than the rejected partner. Contributing factors include residual attachment, guilt over causing pain, and uncertainty about how to manage the situation. The stress is further...
194
Relative Risk01:12

Relative Risk

Relative risk (RR) is a statistical measure commonly used in epidemiology to compare the likelihood of a particular event occurring between two groups. This metric is important for evaluating the relationship between exposure to a specific risk factor and the probability of a particular outcome. It plays a crucial role in medical research, public health studies, and risk assessment. Relative risk quantifies how much more (or less) likely an event is to occur in an exposed group compared to an...
2.2K
Overview of the Cardiovascular System01:14

Overview of the Cardiovascular System

The cardiovascular system is a vital transportation system in the body. It comprises the heart and blood vessels and facilitates the exchange of gases, nutrients, and waste products.
Heart
The heart is the central pump of the cardiovascular system that circulates blood throughout the body. It comprises two atria receiving the blood and two ventricles pumping blood out of the heart. Their rhythmic contractions, called heartbeats, ensure that blood flow remains continuous.
Blood Vessels
Blood...
12.0K
Relationship Growth01:27

Relationship Growth

Interpersonal relationships progress through stages, beginning with awareness and moving toward mutuality, where emotional connections deepen. While many relationships remain at moderate levels of mutuality, deeper connections form through self-disclosure, trust, and interdependence.Self-DisclosureSelf-disclosure involves revealing personal information, starting with surface-level details and gradually progressing to more intimate content. As trust grows, individuals feel more comfortable...
224
Social Relationships and Well-Being01:30

Social Relationships and Well-Being

The significance of social relationships in psychological well-being is a well-established area of inquiry within social psychology. Research consistently demonstrates that the presence of meaningful, supportive relationships enhances emotional health, while the absence or deterioration of such connections can contribute to psychological distress. Relationships serve as a foundation for emotional support, identity, and social belonging, all of which are critical to an individual’s overall...
322