PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT OF MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION: PREVALENCE, PATHOPHYSIOLOGY, AND REHABILITATION STRATEGIES

Juraeva Dildora Nasirdinovna; Tolibova Oynoza Doniyor qizi

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Juraeva Dildora Nasirdinovna Scientific adviser, Departments of Pedagogy and Psychology, Tashkent Medical Academy, Uzbekistan, Tashkent
Tolibova Oynoza Doniyor qizi 2nd year student, Faculty of Medicine, Tashkent Medical Academy, Uzbekistan, Tashkent

Vol. 3 No. 5 (2025): International Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology

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Myocardial infarction (MI) is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Beyond the immediate physical consequences, MI often precipitates various psychological disorders, including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). These conditions can adversely affect recovery, quality of life, and long-term health outcomes. This article reviews the prevalence, pathophysiology, and clinical implications of psychological sequelae following MI and discusses evidence-based interventions aimed at improving psychological well-being in this patient population.

Nasirdinovna, J. D., & Doniyor qizi, T. O. (2025). PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT OF MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION: PREVALENCE, PATHOPHYSIOLOGY, AND REHABILITATION STRATEGIES. International Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology, 3(5), 74–79. Retrieved from https://medicaljournals.eu/index.php/IJCNP/article/view/1852

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