Major Triggers of Hypertension Disorder

Being Lonely

According to a study conducted at the University of Chicago, there is a direct link between loneliness and high blood pressure in individuals over fifty years old. The study showed blood pressure increased within two years of the study and continued to increase four years later. Doctor Irene S. Levine, professor of psychiatry at the New York University School of Medicine stated, "Conversely when you are with close friends and have social supports you can depend on, you tend to feel more relaxed." Thus, those dealing with high blood pressure may want to look at adjusting their social calendar in an effort to see if this alleviates their issues. Of course, if they are introverted, it's important for them to avoid feeling overwhelmed, so they should take action carefully.

Medications

According to recently conducted studies and research, individuals who take acetaminophen at least semi-regularly are at an increased risk of developing hypertension compared to those who do not. Other over-the-counter drugs that may raise blood pressure are ibuprofen and naproxen sodium. Certain anti-depressants, such as Venlafaxine, Desipramine, and Bupropion have also been linked to high blood pressure, as have decongestants and inhalers. With this in mind, individuals dealing with hypertension may want to check with their doctor to evaluate what medication they are taking and if any of them may be responsible for this increase in their blood pressure. If possible, doctors can make the necessary adjustments in the patient's medication to reduce the severity or eliminate this side effect.