'I cried rivers of tears': moved from the US to Europe and feared they'd never adapt

An emigrant recounts the emotional struggle after relocating from the United States to Europe, saying they cried a lot and initially believed they would never be able to settle in.

CNN Portugal17 Jan

"Laughing is very good for your health and increases longevity". Laughter Day is on Sunday and coincides with the presidential election

A laughter therapy session brought together students, elderly members of a social promotion association, psychologist Paulo Sargento and the Mais Feliz association.

Correio da Manhã17 Jan

Workplace stress: when biology clashes with the work schedule

Stress is at the root of many symptoms and health problems we now associate with the world of work. When that exposure is prolonged and not accompanied by recovery, we give it a name that has sadly become commonplace: burnout. At its core, it is an exhaustion of the nervous system chronically exposed to occupational stress. More to follow...

ECO16 Jan

"She's a force of nature": Léo Caeiro on Sónia Jesus admitting she feels low

The former Big Brother contestant posted a video on social media admitting she feels low and without energy.

Correio da Manhã16 Jan

How to turn a child into a hyperactive one?

You don't have to be born that way. Hyperactivity is also shaped at home, every day, with good intentions and bad habits. Are we medicating children when we should be helping families slow down?

Observador15 Jan

Exercise: body image and competitive sport drive addiction

A study analysed more than 1,000 young people with a mean age of 25 and found that perfectionism and the desire to lose weight are the main factors behind exercise addiction.

Observador13 Jan

“Atrasados ambientais”: quando a linguagem adoece

Público13 Jan

The case of the patient everyone thought was a lost cause

A patient with severe depression, chronic pain and years of functional impairment seemed to have exhausted all options. Psychiatrist Filipe Malheiro turned to an innovative treatment and changed their life.

Observador13 Jan

More than half self-medicate without informing their doctor

An investigation by Nova SBE shows the practice is widespread among young people, those with higher education and people without a family doctor. Experts warn of risks to mental health and to people with chronic illnesses.

Observador13 Jan

Isolated and with only one hour in the yard: Renato Seabra continues to serve his sentence in a US prison

Carlos Castro's killer has been in a high-security prison for 15 years and suffers from psychotic episodes.

Correio da Manhã12 Jan

What is eco-anxiety? And how does it affect mental health?

The climate crisis also brings emotional challenges. Unchecked exposure to information and direct contact with events such as wildfires or floods can provoke frustration and emotions that are difficult to manage.

Observador11 Jan

Column: 'We're inside a box.' Have you opened yours yet?

A reflective column about how people lock themselves into routines and mental 'boxes', inviting readers to consider whether they've tried to open their own and break free from self-imposed limits.

Dinheiro Vivo11 Jan

'I couldn't bear hearing the sound of other people eating': what it's like to live with misophonia, the hatred of sounds

People with misophonia cannot avoid strong emotional reactions, ranging from irritation to rage, to seemingly harmless sounds such as someone chewing, drinking or breathing.

Público11 Jan

The Psychologist Answers: can I have psychotherapy without medication and still improve?

A psychologist explains whether psychotherapy alone can produce improvement without medication, outlining factors that influence outcomes (condition type and severity, therapy approach, patient engagement), when medication is commonly recommended, alternatives and combined approaches, and how to decide the best option with a healthcare professional.

CNN Portugal11 Jan

Hoarders 2.0

The contemporary habit of “saving for later” and the invisible burden it carries. A chronicle by Ivo Fernandes.

Público11 Jan

The case of the patient everyone thought was a lost cause

A patient with severe depression, chronic pain and years of dysfunction seemed to have exhausted all options. Psychiatrist Filipe Malheiro turned to an innovative treatment and transformed their life.

Observador10 Jan

The story of a manufactured 'incident'

This article is based on the testimony of a mother who fell victim to parental alienation and was gradually pushed away from her own daughter, despite never having stopped loving or caring for her.

Observador10 Jan

Waiting times rise for continuing mental health care

An ERS report indicates rising demand, particularly in units for stabilised patients who struggle to live independently. Inland areas of the country continue to have only a residual provision.

Observador9 Jan

Presidential elections: Jorge Pinto concerned about mental health, ‘ties’ and student accommodation

In the presidential campaign, Jorge Pinto says he is worried about mental health, about ‘ties’ (laços) and about the housing situation of students.

Diário de Notícias8 Jan

GNR shoots armed man experiencing a psychotic episode

A patrol was called to Charneca de Caparica, Almada, and came under fire. The man was assisted.

Correio da Manhã8 Jan

Allianz Cup to fund mental health consultations for children

In an initiative developed in partnership with the League's Football Foundation, Allianz will support the Clínica da Fundação do Gil by turning each goal scored during the Allianz CUP into mental health consultations for children and young people in vulnerable situations. The tournament, which will take place from 6 to 10 ...

ECO7 Jan

Starting the year with an empty chair

The new year has begun. Resolutions are set and our hopes are that life will go as smoothly as possible. But is it possible to live it to the full without the people we love most by our side?

Observador5 Jan

The Psychologist Answers: Is it possible to teach the brain to react less intensely to criticism?

A psychologist explains whether the brain can be trained to respond less strongly to criticism, outlining approaches such as cognitive reappraisal, exposure, mindfulness and gradual habit change to reduce emotional reactivity.

CNN Portugal4 Jan

The impact of loneliness is equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day

Ten per cent of Portuguese are affected by loneliness. Psychologists want tackling the problem to be made a priority.

Correio da Manhã4 Jan