Applicability of cognitive adaptation theory to predicting adjustment to heart disease after coronary angioplasty

Article Abstract:

A study to determine whether cognitive adaption theory is useful in predicting a patient's successful adjustment to heart disease after coronary angioplasty is discussed. Findings indicate that patients with an optimistic outlook and positive self-image are more successful in adjusting to their disease.

Psychological aspects, Analysis, Adjustment (Psychology), Angioplasty

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Congnitive influences on health symptoms from acute chemical exposure

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A research study on the effect of cognition on individuals' perception of chemical odors is discussed. Responses varied according to whether the study participants were told that the odors were harmful or healthful.

Statistics, Cognition, Odors

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Moderators of the benefits of psychoeducational interventions for men with prostate cancer

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Study on whether psychoeducational intervention had any impact on men with prostate cancer. The study also takes into account self-esteem, self-efficacy and depressive symptoms.

Care and treatment, United States, Behavior, Influence, Prostate cancer, Men, Psychoanalysis

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