Alejandra Moreira

Alejandra Moreira is an associate professor of psychiatry in Uruguay, where she has been actively involved in addressing the mental health crisis exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Her observations at the hospital indicate a significant increase in the demand for mental health services, highlighting the rising prevalence of emotional distress and stress-related disorders among various age groups, particularly the youth. Moreira emphasizes the need for alternative solutions to hospitalization and advocates for a deeper understanding of the social and environmental factors contributing to the deterioration of mental health in the population.