Only 8 minutes of anger is enough to impact the functioning of blood vessels and increase the probability of heart attackconcluded a study led by Daichi Shimbo, from Columbia University in New York, United States.
In the investigation, a sample of 280 adults young people who were in good health, who were randomly subjected to stimuli for 8 minutes that produced anger, anxiety or sadness. Another method of comparison was counting upwards.
Before and after the above, blood samples were taken, blood pressure was monitored and the capacity of the blood vessels to dilate was measured, in order to establish the effects of emotions on the human body.
What happens to the body when I get angry?
A part of the sample was asked to remember and talk about a recent experience that generated anger, this group had a drop in the dilation capacity of blood vessels over 40 minutesmaking them more susceptible to heart attacks or strokes.
In the study, the researchers stated that lThe effects of getting angry could be visible in the long termso being a person with a tendency to anger could lead to long-term cardiovascular problems.
“These effects may occur routinely during the day or week with potentially long-term consequences (…)repeated episodes of a negative emotion can affect cardiovascular physiology over time, causing irreversible damage,” it can be said. read in the text.
What happens if I get really angry?
For his part, Andrew Steptoe, from University College London, explained that the results of the analysis agree with common experiences where heart attacks occur after anger or intense emotions.
“Heart attacks sometimes seem to be triggered by intense emotions,” he explained, emphasizing that they could be related not only to anger.
In the case of people who tend to this feeling, there are ways to try to maintain controlbut it is not always that simple.
“It is not necessarily easy for people to stop getting angry. If people have serious problems, there are interventions to control anger, but for some of these emotions it is quite difficult,” said the researcher.
How to control anger?
Recognizing and expressing feelings, along with cognitive restructuring, allows for a calmer response. If anger is frequent, cognitive behavioral therapy is recommended by professionals such as those at the Cleveland Clinic.
Controlling anger is crucial for well-being emotional; Techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, physical exercise and assertive communication are effective, according to experts from the Mayo Clinic and APA. Taking a time out and using humor can also help you manage anger in a healthy way.
– Deep breathing
– Relaxation Techniques
– Physical exercise.
– Wait time.
– Identification and Expression of Feelings.
– Assertive communication.
– Cognitive Restructuring.
– Solve problems.
– Humor.
– Seek Professional Help.
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