Dementia: a guide to understanding
Dementia encompasses a set of symptoms characterized by a progressive decline in cognitive functions. Although it is seen as a natural consequence of ageing, its origin
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Mental disorders: what they are, types, diagnosis and treatment
Today, there are thousands of people with mental disorders in the world and in Brazil. Even before the Covid-19 pandemic, Brazil was the country with the most mental disorders in the world.
Post-traumatic stress: what it is, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a disorder based on intense, unpleasant and dysfunctional reactions that usually occur after a life-threatening event.
Schizophrenia is second only to age in mortality from Covid-19
By Dr. Petrus Raulino What is schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental disorder that causes distortions in thinking and perception. It has a biological basis
Yellow September: understand the fundamental importance of the campaign
Yellow September is an essential campaign that takes place every year to raise awareness of suicide prevention. During this month, efforts are directed at
Epigenetic predictor of mortality is accelerated in Major Depressive Disorder
By Dr. Petrus Raulino Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is associated with premature mortality and may represent a state of accelerated cellular aging. It is known that
Link between common Alzheimer's gene and COVID-19
By Dr. Petrus Raulino A study published in the journal Cell Stem Cell has shown that the same gene that increases the risk of Alzheimer's disease,
Does seasonal depression have a biological basis?
By Dr. Petrus Raulino The impact of seasonality Seasonal rhythms profoundly affect mood. Negative affect, including depression, anger and hostility, reaches its peak.
Delirium during hospital isolation in the pandemic
By Dr. Petrus Raulino During the pandemic, delirium has emerged as a known complication of COVID-19. Its clinical importance is due to its high prevalence and mortality.
Do antidepressants reduce the risk of intubation or death in COVID patients?
By Dr. Petrus Raulino The answer to the question is not definitive, nor should the use of antidepressants be encouraged. This class of medication only