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Manuela Abreu1, Rui Pedro Albuquerque2, Alexandra Fonseca3
1Department of Psychiatry, Hospital de Santa Maria, Unidade Local de Saúde Santa Maria, Lisbon, Portugal; Faculdade de Medicina, Universidade de Lisboa, Lisbon, Portugal.
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Mental health conditions-including depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder, and sleep disorders-are highly prevalent after acute cardiovascular events and independently worsen prognosis, quality of life, and adherence to secondary prevention. Evidence supports a multimodal approach combining psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and structured physical exercise, with cardiac rehabilitation as a central platform for many patients. Early screening and collaborative models of care integrating psychiatric and psychological care into cardiology pathways are critical. Research priorities include cardio-specific trials of psychotherapy, psychopharmacotherapy, and stepped-care interventions.
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