People with ADHD were considered to have DESR if they also reported emotional-control symptoms that were worse than those reported by 95% of a large comparison group of people without ADHD. More than half of those with ADHD enrolled in the study (55%) were also emotionally reactive.
If stress itself is a risk factor for heart disease, it could be because chronic stress exposes your body to unhealthy, persistently elevated levels of stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol. Studies also link stress to changes in the way blood clots, which increases the risk of heart attack.
Fortunately, you can take some simple steps to help relieve your stress that can help your heart as well. One of the best strategies to combat stress and reduce your risk factors for heart disease is exercise. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), physical activity can improve your quality of life mentally as well as physically, and can lower your overall stress level.