Alyssa is a hard-driven perfectionist who finds her fast-paced job in marketing to be enjoyable and rewarding. She has high self-esteem and takes responsibilities for her mistakes. Which of the following attributes best protect Allison from developing cardiovascular disease?

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Psychological hardiness is a set of personality traits that include a sense of control over one's life, the ability to view change as a challenge rather than a threat, and a commitment to personal growth. Research has shown that individuals with high levels of psychological hardiness have a lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Type C personality and Type D personality are both associated with a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Having no family history of CVD is a positive factor but it alone is not enough to protect against the disease.

Alyssa Is a Hard-Driven Perfectionist Who Finds Her Fast-Paced Job