BIO

Hello! My name is Mary Elizabeth Hotchkiss, and I am a second-year student from Gulf Breeze, Florida majoring in Exercise Physiology. My research interests revolve around helping those less fortunate, which is part of what led me to join Dr. Dark’s research team. Once I complete my undergraduate studies, I am hoping to continue my education by attending Physician Assistant School.

The Impact of Depression on Cardiovascular Disease

Abstract

Having depressive symptomology can greatly affect the management of cardiovascular diseases and increase the likelihood of adverse outcomes. ​The purpose of this research is to examine the relationship between depressive symptomology and its impact, if any, on participants with pre-existing cardiovascular disease. ​Data for this study comes from the 2017-March 2020 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). ​Analyses were conducted to determine possible associations between the comorbidities. ​These results have the potential to positively inform health care for individuals who experience these comorbid conditions.​

Keywords: depression, cardiovascular, community