What To Do In A Depression Attack?
German researchers say persistent depression after a heart attack may be due to changes in the anterior cingulate cortex in the brain. Depression is common after a heart attack, and previous studies have linked this condition's presence to an increased risk of recurrent heart problems and death.
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