Type A behavior and coronary heart disease.
Coronary-prone (Type A) behavior is an independent risk factor for ischemic heart disease (coronary heart disease). Recent investigations indicate that modification of Type A behavior is possible and that such treatment reduces the likelihood of subsequent coronary events. Type A behavior is not difficult to recognize in day-to-day family practice. By recognizing and responding to coronary-prone behavior, family physicians can play an active role in the prevention and treatment of coronary heart disease.
D001521:Behavior Therapy; D003327:Coronary Disease / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D009043:Motor Activity; D010349:Patient Compliance; D010556:Personality Tests; D005082:Physical Exertion; D011613:Psychotherapy; D012008:Recurrence; D012064:Relaxation Therapy; D012306:Risk; D013060:Speech; D014434:Type A Personality