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How can The relationship between mental and physical illnesses are closely aligned. Known as integrated behavioral health, this work recognizes how mental health health and physical health resonate with each other (Heyman and Congress, 2018). In the study, Levine et al. (2021) they emphasize the connection between psychological health and cardiovascular health. A thorough research study was conducted determining mental health symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and stress can increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Ultimately having a positive mental status can promote heart health and reduce the risk of decompensation (Levine et al., 2021). according to Levine, G. N., Cohen, B. E., Commodore-Mensah, Y., Fleury, J., Huffman, J. C., Khalid, U., Labarthe, D. R., Lavretsky, H., Michos, E. D., Spatz, E. S., & Kubzansky, L. D. (2021). Psychological health, well-being, and the mind-heart-body connection: A scientific statement from the American Heart Association.