Midlife stress test: can your heart handle it?

NCT ID NCT06029348

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study looks at how middle-aged adults' hearts and blood vessels respond to a short, challenging mental task. Researchers will measure blood pressure, heart rate, and brain scans to see if stress reactions are linked to brain health. The goal is to understand how stress might affect the risk of heart disease and stroke later in life.

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Locations

  • University of Pittsburgh

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    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

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