Impact of Sudden Cardiac Arrest and Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator Shocks on Mental Health: Review and Management Guidance. Journal Articles uri icon

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abstract

  • Survivors of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) and those who experience shocks from an implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD-S) are at risk of developing unrecognized and untreated mental health (MH) symptoms. MH sequelae can include anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress symptoms which hinder one's ability to return to usual life and activity, impeding follow-up, health care seeking, and adherence to care plans. Addressing MH as part of a whole person care in such scenarios could lead to improved wellness and recovery. This review examines the MH sequelae of SCA and ICD-S, explores potential therapies for managing these issues, proposes strategies to improve MH post-SCA or defibrillator shock, and identifies areas for future research.

authors

  • Torbey, Estelle
  • Mena-Hurtado, Carlos
  • Jackson, Jamie L
  • Samaan, Zainab
  • Sears, Samuel F
  • Pedersen, Susanne S
  • Lala, Anurada
  • Thachil, Rosy
  • Steiner, Jill
  • Ilonze, Onyedika J
  • Jones, Davis
  • Watson, Karol
  • Price, Andrea
  • Knoepke, Christopher
  • Cheung, Jim W
  • Smolderen, Kim
  • ACC Cardiopsychology Work Group

publication date

  • May 14, 2025