Stress, Anxiety, and Self-Efficacy in Hypertension: Evidence from a Romanian Case-Control Study.

ABSTRACT: Background: Hypertension and psychological distress often coexist, though evidence from Eastern Europe is still limited. Stress, anxiety, and self-efficacy influence blood pressure control and treatment adherence. Their effect on hypertension prevention and treatment has not been systematically evaluated in Romania. Aim: This study evaluated the associations between stress, anxiety, and self-efficacy in Romanian adults with and without hypertension to identify modifiable psychological factors relevant for integrated cardiovascular management. Methods: A retrospective case-control study was conducted among 215 adults, including individuals with hypertension and normotensive controls. Participants completed validated questionnaires assessing stress vulnerability, perceiv

SUBMITTER: Bubulac L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12650833 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature