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Fear and Avoidance After Acute Cardiovascular Events - Understanding PTSD and Recovery

University of Ottawa Heart Institute via YouTube

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Join a research conference presentation exploring the psychological aftermath of acute cardiovascular events, delivered by Dr. Ian Kronish from Columbia University Irving Medical Centre. Delve into the complex relationship between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and cardiovascular health, examining prevalence rates, long-term outcomes, and their impact on patient behavior. Learn about trauma-informed care approaches, behavioral interventions, and ongoing pilot studies designed to address fear and avoidance in cardiac patients. Understand the Combee Framework for early threat perceptions, discover how PTSD affects prognosis in both heart disease and stroke patients, and explore the challenges in designing effective interventions. Gain valuable insights into implementing trauma-informed care strategies for better patient outcomes in cardiovascular medicine.

Syllabus

Intro
Background
Center for Behavioral Cardiovascular Health
Clinical Case
Combee Framework
Early Threat Perceptions
Objectives
Prevalence
Longterm outcomes
PTSD and prognosis
PTSD and stroke
PTSD and health behaviors
Behavioral interventions
Traumainformed care
Intervention development
Pilot studies
Preliminary data
Design challenges
Take home points
Questions

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University of Ottawa Heart Institute

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