Tânia Ferraz Alves

Tânia Ferraz Alves is a prominent psychiatrist and the medical director at the Institute of Psychiatry at the Hospital das Clínicas of the University of São Paulo (USP). She is known for her expertise in understanding the complexities of depression, emphasizing that it encompasses a range of symptoms beyond just sadness and immobility. Dr. Alves advocates for greater awareness of the less obvious manifestations of depression, such as irritability, fatigue, and loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities. Her work seeks to destigmatize mental health issues and improve diagnosis and treatment approaches, particularly for those who may not fit the traditional profile of a depressed individual.