Impact of stress and stress mindset on prevalence of cardiovascular disease risk factors among first responders.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Psychological stress is recognized as an important modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Despite its potential significance, few to no studies have evaluated the association between stress, stress mindset, and CVD risk factors among rural first responders. The objectives of this study were to identify relationships between general stress, stress mindset, and CVD risk factors.

Methods

The study sample (n = 148) included those 18 years or older and who currently serve as a first responder, defined as either EMS, firefighter, or law enforcement. Questionnaires captured information on demographics, years of work experience as a first responder, multiple first responder occupations, general stress, stress mindset, and self-reported CVD risk factors.

SUBMITTER: Hendricks B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10557332 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature