Psychophysiological typological aspects in relation to the risk for coronary heart disease and to the work load.

The application of Jenkins activity survey allowed to assess the behavior pattern of 76 managers (white collar workers) exposed to professional stress. In 54-82% of the subjects the type A behavioral pattern was found; conventional risk factors for coronary heart disease existed in more than 50% of the cases. Individual advices to prevent or restrain the coronary risk were given.