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12 Causes of Congestive Heart Failure

Mental Conditions

Several mental conditions would affect your heart health and increase the risk of congestive heart failure. These include anxiety disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, and depression. They can affect different functions in the body, which might have negative effects on your heart. Over time, it would lead to many conditions that are associated with congestive heart failure, such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, or more. That is the reason why it is very important to consult your doctor whenever you experience any signs of mental problems. [10]