Psychological perspectives on life transitions and mental well-being

Psychologists explore the inherent difficulty of navigating life transitions and the importance of proactive mental health care. Clinical psychologist Ana Terras discusses how human development is non-linear, occurring through successive cycles that require constant reconfiguration. Drawing on psychoanalytic perspectives, she notes that changing life cycles is often linked to the experience of loss, as individuals must undergo a 'mourning of the self' to abandon old identities and embrace new ones.

In a related professional context, clinical psychologist Renata Seabra de Sousa emphasizes a preventative approach to mental health. Moving from a background in biology to clinical psychology, de Sousa focuses on helping individuals manage anxiety, emotional exhaustion, and loss of balance. Her work advocates for continuous commitment to well-being through self-knowledge and healthy habits, aiming to help patients move from mere survival to a fully lived life.