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Type A behaviour pattern in Finland.

A Reunanen1, O Hanses, J Maatela

  • 1Research Institute for Social Security, Helsinki, Finland.

Annals of Clinical Research
|January 1, 1987
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Type A behavior, a coronary-prone pattern, was prevalent in Finnish workers. This behavior was linked to coronary heart disease but not traditional cardiovascular risk factors.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Type A behavior, characterized by competitiveness and impatience, is a potential risk factor for cardiovascular diseases.
  • Understanding the prevalence and correlates of Type A behavior in occupational populations is crucial for public health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of Type A behavior in a representative Finnish working population.
  • To examine the association between Type A behavior and demographic factors, conventional cardiovascular risk factors, and coronary heart disease.

Main Methods:

  • A population-based sample of 1,958 men and 2,224 women aged 30-64 years, actively employed in Finland, was surveyed.
  • Type A behavior was assessed using the Jenkins Activity Survey.

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  • Statistical analyses were performed to explore associations with education, occupation, socio-economic status, cardiovascular risk factors, and coronary heart disease prevalence.

    • Main Results:

    • Type A behavior was significantly associated with higher education levels, occupational group, and socio-economic status.
    • No significant relationship was found between Type A behavior and conventional cardiovascular risk factors.
    • A statistically significant association was observed between the prevalence of coronary heart disease and Type A behavior.

    Conclusions:

    • Type A behavior is prevalent in the Finnish working population and is linked to socio-economic factors.
    • The study highlights a significant association between Type A behavior and coronary heart disease, independent of traditional risk factors.
    • Further research into the mechanisms underlying this association is warranted for targeted prevention strategies.