https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2020-11/bu-chp111120.php
News Release 16-Nov-2020
Baylor University
Cynical hostility is a potential pathway to cardiovascular disease by preventing a healthy response to stress over time, according to a study led by Baylor University.
Hostility generally is associated with increased risk for cardiovascular disease. But this research explored three types of hostility -- emotional, behavioral and cognitive -- to see whether one is more predictive of risk factors. Cynical hostility poses the greatest risk based on stress responses, according to the study, which was published in the journal Psychophysiology.
"Cynical hostility is more cognitive, consisting of negative beliefs, thoughts and attitudes about other people's motives, intentions and trustworthiness," said lead author Alexandra T. Tyra, a doctoral candidate in psychology and neuroscience at Baylor University. "It can be considered suspiciousness, lack of trust or cynical beliefs about others.
"These findings reveal that a greater tendency to engage in cynical hostility -- which appears to be extremely relevant in today's political and health climate -- can be harmful not only for our short-term stress responses but also our long-term health," Tyra said.
In contrast to cynical hostility, chronic anger is considered emotional hostility, while verbal or physical aggression is considered behavioral hostility.
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