Monica, autor en Dra Paula Moreno

Neuropsychiatric Consequences of COVID-19
#behavior, #brain, #covid19, #mentalhealth, #studies

Much has been said about the psychological and socioeconomic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. Social isolation, economic impact, the disease itself (whether it affects us or our loved ones), [...]
Social isolation has a negative impact on brain health
#aggressiveness, #behavior, #brain, #mental health, #psychiatry, #psychosis, #studies

As previously known, prolonged social isolation has negative consequences on human behavior as we are social animals. A new study supports this assertion. Moriel Zelikowsky, et al., publish a study [...]
Pronokal
#depression, #obesity, #treatment, #weight loss

I have received specific training on the Pronokal method (PnK method) and have obtained certification as a medical prescriber of this method. With this, I add value to my [...]
ADHD: Virtual Glasses
#behavior, #brain, #diagnosis, #mentalhealth, #technology

I've just acquired a new tool to aid in the diagnosis of ADHD in children and adults, utilizing virtual reality glasses. I'm very excited and looking forward to showing it [...]
The Impact of ADHD Throughout Life
#adults, #childandadolescent, #children, #diagnosis, #treatment

ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is estimated to affect 5-7% of children and 2.5-4% of adults, with an even higher percentage among adults who use substances. Despite having quite [...]
¡There is light at the end of the tunnel!
#diagnosis, #schizophrenia, #studies

For years, the inflammatory theory has been discussed as a possible explanation for various severe mental conditions, such as depression and schizophrenia. Traditionally, the most established theory was an [...]
ADHD: A Complex Disorder Affecting 6% of the Population
#children, #diagnosis, #treatment

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a complex disorder that affects approximately 6% of the population. It has a high genetic heritability and falls under the category of neurodevelopmental [...]
Chloroquine and Neuropsychiatric Disorders
#covid19 #studies #mentalhealth #treatment

Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine are well-known treatments for their use in the treatment and prevention of malaria, but lately, they have been in the spotlight due to their recent use in [...]
Prevalence of Depression in American Adults During COVID Times
#covid19, #mentalhealth, #studies

A recent American study published on September 2nd in the JAMA journal reports that the prevalence of depression in American adults is more than three times higher since the COVID-19 [...]
Know the Warning Signs to Prevent Suicide
#mentalhealth #suicide

Today, September 10th, is World Suicide Prevention Day. It is estimated that about 10 suicides occur in Spain every day. Do you know the warning signs? Here they are in [...]
Lithium in Pregnant Women with Bipolar Disorder
#adults #treatment

Lithium is a highly effective mood stabilizer in the treatment of bipolar disorder and treatment-resistant unipolar depression. A systematic review and meta-analysis published in January 2020 in the American [...]
How to Combat Insomnia During Quarantine?
#behavior, #covid19

How to Combat Insomnia During Quarantine? - Dr. Paula Moreno Many people have been experiencing #insomnia lately, especially since we are in #quarantine due to the #coronavirus or #COVID-19. #quarantine [...]