Semmelweis University Reports Findings in Public Health (Positive cardiovascular health: longitudinal investigation of sustained health behavior in a cross-lagged model).

A recent study conducted by Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary, explores the role of positive psychological factors in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). The study involved 502 participants with medium to high cardiovascular risk who underwent a risk assessment in 2012 and were followed up in 2019. The findings suggest that maintaining positive psychological states is crucial for achieving lasting improvements in cardiovascular health. The researchers recommend that prevention programs should consider incorporating psychological measures to reinforce positive psychological states and promote optimal health behavior. [Extracted from the article]