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Insecurity is Linked to Health Problems


People who feel insecure in their relationships with others may be more likely to develop heart disease than their more-secure counterparts, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.
The researchers studied more than 5,000 adults and classified them as being either secure, avoidant, or anxious.
Secure people had no problem being close to others and also letting their friends be close to them.Those who were labeled as avoidant had trouble connecting with others and letting others connect to them. And lastly, people who classified as anxious tended to worry about rejection and found that others didn’t want to engage in a close relationship.
After the scientists calculated the data, they found that the anxious people were at a higher risk of chronic pain, stroke, heart attack, high blood pressure and ulcers.
For tips on how to communicate–especially with your wife or girlfriend–check out “Stupid Stuff Guys Say.”

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