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