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4. Early Heart Disease

Another notable difference between the male and female stress responses involves cardiovascular health. For many years, medical professionals have recognized stress as a major risk factor in heart disease, especially inherited stress.

Males with a family history of both heart disease and high stress levels often develop cardiovascular issues 12 years earlier than people without these inheritable factors.

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