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Wouldn't anxiety also lead to an increase of stress hormones? Maybe anxiety allows certains chemicals to be released rather than stored as they are with depression. Maybe it is just genetically intertwined.
Any studies looking at genetic disposition to both depression and cardiac problems?
I hate to be anecdotal, but everyone in my family who has had severe cardiac disease (MI or sudden death) was also diagnosed with a type of depression.
We really don't know yet what genes produce what neurochemicals.
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This post really got me to thinking, and it is fairly strightforward when you think about it. However, your writing put it in an easy to digest formula, and I think people really need to take this to heart (sorry for the pun).
There are multiple studies indicating the mind controls the body's condition, and I feel this is an extension of that premise. Avoid the known factors for harm and try to include positive factors in your lifestyle. For example, taking a walk even twice a week is so good for you in comparison to not exercising at all. Merely adding a bit of effort will make it easier to turn around a situation that seems out of control.
Thanks for the great info!