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Structure of life frustrations in subjects prone to ischemic heart disease

V Brichácek, V Fortová, O Miksík

    Activitas Nervosa Superior
    |January 1, 1982
    PubMed

    Insights

    Men with ischaemic heart disease risk factors report less frustration than those without. Women prone to IHD experience distinct frustrations, particularly concerning health and material needs.

    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Psychology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Ischaemic heart disease (IHD) is a significant global health concern.
    • Risk factors for IHD include hypertension, family history, smoking, diabetes, retinal angiopathy, and hypercholesterolaemia.
    • The psychological impact of IHD risk factors is not fully understood.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate differences in frustration levels between men and women with and without IHD risk factors.
    • To explore specific areas of frustration experienced by individuals with IHD risk factors.

    Main Methods:

    • Cross-sectional study comparing frustration levels.
    • Participants categorized based on the presence of key IHD risk factors.
    • Frustration assessed across various life domains.

    Main Results:

    • Men with IHD risk factors reported significantly less frustration in most life spheres compared to men without risk factors.
    • In women, overall frustration differences were less pronounced.
    • IHD-prone women reported higher frustration related to material needs and health assessment, suggesting developing illness perception.
    • Conversely, IHD-prone women experienced less frustration in work and interpersonal relations.

    Conclusions:

    • The relationship between IHD risk factors and frustration differs between sexes.
    • Psychological factors, such as frustration, may play a complex role in the context of IHD.
    • Further research is warranted to understand the interplay between cardiovascular health and psychological well-being.

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