Psychological Needs Of Heart Attack Patients Must Be Met, Says Heart Charity

In response to a study published today, in the British Journal of Health Psychology (1), showing that many people experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress following a heart attack, Ruairi O'Connor Head of Policy and Public Affairs said: "A heart attack can leave people, especially those who already feel quite vulnerable, feeling isolated and traumatised. "It is vital that people receive the care and support they need to recover physically and emotionally.