Exploring Psychological Factors and Metacognitive Beliefs in Cardiac Rehabilitation: A Single-Group Pre-Post Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Psychosocial and metacognitive factors play a critical role in cardiovascular health, influencing clinical outcomes and adherence to treatment after Cardiac Rehabilitation (CR). This study investigated the effects of an outpatient CR program on anxiety, depression, and Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) in patients with established Cardiovascular Disease (CVD). Furthermore, it examined the contribution of depressive symptoms, anxiety, and dysfunctional metacognitions to patients' perceived HRQoL.

Methods

Data on demographic, psychological, and biomedical variables were obtained from 89 patients with CVD at baseline and upon completion of the CR program.

Results

Participation in CR was associated with significant reductions in depressive symptoms and imp

SUBMITTER: Pietrabissa G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12651875 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature