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Psychosocial factors and hypertension: Exploring the mind-heart connection.

Cristina Zuin*

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a significant public health concern with a wide range of physiological and psychological risk factors. While the physiological determinants of hypertension have been extensively studied, the influence of psychosocial factors on blood pressure regulation has gained increasing attention. This paper aims to explore the intricate connection between psychosocial factors and hypertension, highlighting the potential impact of psychological and social variables on the development and progression of this cardiovascular condition.