Burnout Might Put Your Heart Health at Risk, According to a New Study

Burnout Might Put Your Heart Health at Risk, According to a New Study This type of chronic, unchecked stress can have a huge impact on your physical and mental health. But burnout could potentially affect your heart health, too, according to new research. The study reviewed data from more than 11,000 people who participated in a study on cardiovascular disease. The study followed participants over two decades, evaluating exhaustion, anger, social support, and antidepressant use. It was found that those who scored the highest on vital exhaustion were 20% more likely to develop AFib. AFib can increase your risk of strokes, heart failure, and other heart-related complications. This study is the first to look at the association between burnout and increased risk for heart issues. More research needs to be done on the connection between high levels of stress and heart health complications.