Which personality characteristic appears to be most predictive of cardiac-related illnesses?
A) an external locus of control
B) high levels of hostility
C) unusually elevated levels of stress
D) being introverted

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High levels of hostility have been consistently associated with an increased risk of developing cardiac-related illnesses. Studies have shown that individuals with high levels of hostility have a greater risk of developing coronary heart disease and experiencing cardiac events such as heart attacks.

Which Personality Characteristic Appears to Be Most Predictive of Cardiac-Related