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I’m a clinical psychologist and researcher committed to resilience, emotional well-being, and mental health in multicultural and vulnerable contexts.
Through my clinical practice, social-emotional programs, and international collaborations, I seek to bridge science and care.

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Current Research Collaboration

Co-authoring an integrative literature review on 

Resilience, Mental Toughness, Distress Tolerance, and Attitudes Toward Seeking Psychological Help.

In collaboration with 

Louisiana Tech University – Department of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences (USA).
(Ongoing – Manuscript in preparation)

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Support and Integration Program for Venezuelan Migrants with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in the Campinas Region, State of São Paulo, Brazil

This study investigates the impact of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among Venezuelan migrants in the region of Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil. The main objective is to develop and implement a Support and Integration Program to reduce PTSD symptoms and improve the psychological well-being of these migrants.

Using a qualitative, descriptive and casi-experimental methodology, the severity of PTSD symptoms, levels of anxiety and depression, social functioning, quality of life, coping strategies, self-efficacy, resilience and levels of perceived stress were evaluated. Measuring instruments include structured interviews, evaluation scales such as the DASS-21 and PSS-10, direct clinical observation and review of documentary records.

The results revealed that a significant proportion of migrants present severe symptoms of PTSD, in addition to high levels of anxiety and depression, which negatively affects their quality of life and social functioning. The Support and Integration Program has shown to be effective in reducing these symptoms and improving the psychological well-being of participants, strengthening their self-efficacy and resilience through psychotherapeutic support sessions and coping skills.
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Attention Deficit and/or Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in university students

Attention Deficit and/or hyperactivity disorder, commonly called just by its acronym, ADHD, it is currently widely studied and known, especially when we talk about children and adolescents, but this disorder
It often accompanies the individual throughout their life. The present study had aims to identify the frequency of ADHD symptoms through a survey of self-perception in first-year undergraduate students of undergraduate courses pedagogy or psychology. To collect data, partner questionnaires were used.
demographic, self-report scale for ADHD symptoms (ASPS) and questionnaire academic experiences, reduced version (QVA-R). The data were analyzed using
Descriptive statistics. The results indicate that 62.5% (n=26) participants indicate a suggestion of ADHD symptoms, 75% of whom are women. Other data evaluated found that 67% of those interviewed carry out some paid activity. However, further studies on ADHD in university students are suggested, with a larger sample and more comprehensive.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Impact on the Quality of Life of College Students

This is a quantitative study that aimed to identify the frequency of symptoms of Attention Deficit and/or Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in undergraduate students and their impact on their academic adaptation. ADHD is a chronic neurobiological disorder characterized by inattention, restlessness and impulsivity. These characteristics can last a lifetime if not properly recognized and treated. For data collection, a socio-demographic questionnaire, self-report scale for ADHD symptoms (ASPS) and academic experiences questionnaire, reduced version (QVA-R) were used. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics and found the prevalence of suggestions for diagnosing ADHD in females; that ADHD can negatively influence university life and a decrease in the adaptability of university students when compared to those without it.