Figure 1.

Participant responses to questionnaire categorized into questions pertaining to support network, education, mental health, and lifestyle changes. (A) Participants prioritize support networks for living with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and research participation when enrolling in clinical research programs (n = 115). (B) Participants (83.5%) believe education encourages active participation in research, and many participate (84.2%) to better understand their illness (n = 114). (C) Mental health and services that address such concerns are priorities in managing ASCVD in clinical programs (n =114). (D) Participants believe that positive lifestyle changes and support programs promoting them improved their participation (n = 114).