Heart Disease and Depression Impact Brain Aging Differently, Study Finds

A longitudinal study of 5,423 adults in England examined the relationship between cardiovascular disease, depression, and cognitive decline. The study found that cardiovascular disease is linked to faster cognitive decline, especially in those with consistently low depressive symptoms, while individuals with moderate to high depressive symptoms showed poorer cognitive performance overall but a weaker link between cardiovascular disease and decline. This research highlights complex interactions between heart health, mental health, and brain aging.

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