Before a heart attack actually occurs, people suffering from the chest pain of angina can feel emotionally traumatized. Angina may be a physical cardiovascular problem, but it can also take a remarkable emotional toll in the form of anxiety or depression.
Depression, anxiety, and stress may trigger angina pain by prompting the release of hormones that make the heart work harder. In general, women are about twice as likely as men to be depressed, regardless of race, ethnicity or socio-economic background. But women with a history of angina are 57% more likely to suffer from depression than women without any history of heart disease. continue reading
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