Understanding the psychological and behavioral effects of surviving cardiac arrest
Characterize psychological and behavioral dimensions of cardiac arrest survivorship, and their association with 1-year mortality, cardiovascular disease risk, and health-related quality of life
This study is looking at how surviving a cardiac arrest affects people's feelings and behaviors, like anxiety about their heart, how much they exercise, and their sleep, to see how these factors impact their long-term health and quality of life, so we can find ways to help them feel better and stay healthier after their experience.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10901895 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the psychological and behavioral dimensions experienced by individuals who survive cardiac arrest. It focuses on how factors like cardiac anxiety, physical activity, and sleep patterns influence long-term health outcomes, including the risk of major cardiovascular events and overall quality of life. By building a cohort of cardiac arrest survivors, the study aims to assess these dimensions comprehensively during the first year after survival. The findings could help identify specific interventions to improve health outcomes for these patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have recently survived a cardiac arrest and are experiencing psychological or behavioral challenges related to their recovery.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced cardiac arrest or those with pre-existing severe mental health conditions unrelated to cardiac events may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved support and interventions for cardiac arrest survivors, enhancing their quality of life and reducing the risk of future cardiovascular events.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing psychological factors in cardiovascular patients can lead to significant improvements in health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may be effective for cardiac arrest survivors as well.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Agarwal, Sachin — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Agarwal, Sachin
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.