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Autistic Burnout: A Clinical, Objective and Psychoeducational Perspective Based on Scientific Evidence

Autistic burnout is a state of profound physical and mental exhaustion that goes far beyond conventional tiredness. Characterized by a loss of skills and acute hypersensitivity, this phenomenon is often the consequence of years of masking in maladaptive environments. In this article, we analyze the clinical basis of this condition, the risk of comorbidity with depression, and recovery strategies based on neuroplasticity and neuroaffirmative community support.

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Dominoes and Mental Health: The Therapeutic Value and Family Harmony

Dominoes is much more than a game; it is a cornerstone of our identity and an exceptional tool for cognitive health. From a neuropsychological perspective, we analyze how this age-old tradition helps keep our minds active and engaged.

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A Moving and Hydrated Brain: Keys to Improving Your Brain Health 🧠✨

Improving your brain health depends on small daily habits. Discover how water, movement, and nutrition transform your cognitive well-being.

Institutional News and International Alliances

🌐 Neuropsychology in the Age of Innovation: INS 54th Annual Meeting, Philadelphia 2026

Neuropsyedu was present at the 54th Annual Meeting of the International Neuropsychological Society (INS) in Philadelphia. In this article, Mario Pimentel and Susan Navarro share the most significant advances in ADHD, Autism, Brain Injury, and Precision Brain Health, connecting cutting-edge science with daily clinical practice for the benefit of our clients.

Institutional News and International Alliances

Neuropsychology: Amplifying Voices from Panama at the INS Meeting in Philadelphia 2026🎤✨

We present valuable information from the 54th Annual Meeting of the INS in Philadelphia. We share exclusive interviews with researchers who are transforming bilingual, pediatric, and community neuropsychology, democratizing knowledge for Panama and Latin America.

Institutional News and International Alliances

Neuropsychological Innovation and the Transformation of Education in Panama (Participation in INS Philadelphia 2026)

Neuropsyedu's participation in INS Philadelphia 2026 marks a turning point for Panamanian neuropsychology. Discover how Precision Neuropsychology, ecological validity, and the study of executive functions are transforming academic success and homeschooling in Panama, moving us toward an education that understands the cultural and systemic context of each student.

Neuroeducation and Learning

Curriculum Redesign - MEDUCA 2026 and Executive Functions: The Future of Education in Panama

The Panamanian education system is preparing for the 2026 Curriculum Redesign by the Ministry of Education (MEDUCA). In this context, neuroeducation emerges as the key to ensuring that students develop self-management and autonomous learning skills. Through training in Executive Functions—the brain's "conductor"—Neuropsyedu proposes transforming Panamanian classrooms using strategies based on scientific evidence (such as the SRSD model) and providing technical support to teachers, turning the redesign into a real opportunity for academic and personal success.

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🥊 Resilience is also about knowing how to disconnect: Mental Health Lessons from the Rocky Steps 🏛️

Resilience isn't just about enduring life's blows; it's about managing your energy and knowing when to disconnect to regain your well-being. Reflections on resilience and self-care from the Rocky Steps in Philadelphia.

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✈️ Traveling to an Unknown Place: Mental Health Tools for Your Next Adventure

Traveling to a new place is an adaptation challenge that consumes brain energy. Discover how validation, anticipation, and neuroplasticity transform your travel experience into an opportunity for emotional growth.

Digital Wellness and NeuroTech

Washington DC Through the Lens of a Neuropsychologist: Reflection, Culture, and History

Explore Washington DC from a neuropsychological perspective. A journey that connects history, organic architecture, culture, the workings of our brain, and emotional well-being.

Institutional News and International Alliances

Neuropsyedu® Founders Join the International Neuropsychological Society (INS) as Professional Members

Neuropsyedu® elevates mental health standards in Panama as founders Mario Pimentel and Susan Navarro join the prestigious International Neuropsychological Society (INS). This professional milestone connects our local practice with global scientific advancements, ensuring culturally competent, evidence-based care for our diverse community.

Institutional News and International Alliances

We're celebrating 3 years! Centro Integral de Neuropsicología Educativa S.A. begins its fourth stage 🎉

We're celebrating three years at Neuropsyedu and the start of our fourth operational phase. Discover how the values of our mental health center in Panama guarantee ethics, respect for neurodiversity, and scientific excellence.

Neuropsychology Innovation

From Clinic to Administrative Management: 10 Pillars for Successful Entrepreneurship in Mental Health

Did you train to understand mental health, but struggle with business management? Susan Navarro presents a roadmap of 10 administrative pillars to transform your clinical practice into a sustainable, ethical, and client-centered organization.

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NeuroCog Training: Bridging the Gap in Educational Neuropsychology through Innovation

From clinical practice to technological innovation: Discover how Neuropsyedu incubated 'NeuroCog Training' at Fundacion Ciudad del Saber in Panama. We are bridging the gap in Special Educational Needs (SEN) in Panama by connecting teachers, specialists, and families through a unified digital platform. Join us on our journey from idea to MVP

Institutional News and International Alliances

Wechsler Intelligence Scale: Training for Psychology Students at the Latin University of Panama

The Neuropsyedu team trains students from the Latin University of Panama in the clinical use of the Wechsler scales and the importance of psychometrics.

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Neuropsyedu® at the CIEDU-AIP 2025 Gala Dinner: Science is good business.

This year's gala, framed under the theme "Science is Good Business," resonated deeply with our vision. The event was organized by CIEDU-AIP.

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Bibliotherapy as a therapeutic resource from a mental health perspective.

Bibliotherapy is understood as the therapeutic use of books within a mental health context. It is a tool that can help individuals understand and cope with their mental health issues and emotional challenges. It is a supportive intervention that can be guided by a mental health professional or used as a form of self-help.

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Ghosting in Adolescence: Psychosocial Impact in Educational Contexts and Intervention Strategies

In the digital age, teenagers are increasingly exposed to new forms of social interaction, many of which can have significant emotional consequences. One of these emerging forms of interpersonal relationship is ghosting, a term that describes the practice of cutting off all communication with someone suddenly and without prior explanation. This phenomenon has become especially common in virtual relationships mediated by social networks and messaging platforms, making it a frequent experience among adolescents.

Neuropsychological Assessment and Diagnosis

Autism in Adults: Assessment and Intervention in Panama

Traditionally, most diagnoses of ASD have focused on the child population. However, there is now greater awareness and literacy regarding mental health issues, leading to an increasing number of adults seeking specialized services for specific autism evaluation.

Institutional News and International Alliances

Professional Training on the Neuropsychological Bases of Academic Learning and its evaluation from psychometrics.

Neuropsyedu successfully completed its training for professionals on the Neuropsychological Foundations of Academic Learning in Panama.

Parenting School and Conscious Parenting

Executive Functions and the Child's Brain: The Science Behind Breaking Down Tasks into Small Steps

Does your child struggle with simple tasks? It's not necessarily a lack of effort. This article explains how processes like working memory and planning influence behavior, and how tools like the BANFE-3 help us understand this development in order to implement effective strategies at home.

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The importance of teachers embracing inclusion for the benefit of neurodiversity in classrooms in Panama

The teacher's role is fundamental to building an inclusive environment where each student has the opportunity not only to learn, but to flourish and take advantage of their innate potential.

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Cognitive flexibility: importance and tools to work on it.

By definition, cognitive flexibility is an executive function that allows us to switch between different thoughts, ideas, or actions, and effectively adapt to new situations. In this article, we will explore the importance of cognitive flexibility and provide you with practical tools to strengthen it.

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Neuropsychology, Inclusion and Well-being: Raising the Potential of Schools in Panama 2026

Is your institution ready for the challenges of 2026? Neuropsyedu presents its Training and Professional Development pillars: Neurodiversity, Executive Functions, and Teacher Wellbeing. Discover how our corporate approach strengthens educational quality and the wellbeing of your community under the highest ethical standards.

Parenting School and Conscious Parenting

Silenced Voices: Bullying in Panama

Silenced Voices: Bullying in Panama 🇵🇦 Salma Gómez¹ Mario Pimentel² Student of Psychological Sciences and Techniques, University of Milan - Bicocca¹ Educational Neuropsychologist²

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Focus mode and its importance from a mental health perspective

Focus mode or concentration mode is a technological feature, such as that available in Apple products, that allows you to minimize distractions from the environment to improve neurocognitive processes and mental health.

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FAQ about Dyscalculia and its Evaluation and Treatment in Panama

Dyscalculia is a learning disorder that causes difficulty in acquiring knowledge about numbers, resulting in performance below what is expected for the age. Neuropsychological evaluation in Panama can contribute to the assessment and intervention of this learning disorder.

Neuroeducation and Learning

FAQ about Curriculum Adjustments and Adaptations in Panama🇵🇦

Curriculum adjustments and adaptations in Panama are regulated by Executive Decree No. 1 of February 4, 2000, which stipulates guidelines for the benefit of diversity within classrooms.

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Gamification: The power of play in education and neuropsychological intervention

In recent years, gamification has established itself as one of the most innovative and transformative strategies in both classroom and clinical settings. It is not simply about playing, but rather about leveraging game architecture to enhance complex cognitive and emotional processes.

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Too Much Screen Time? 6 Practical Mental Health Tools for Parents

This article offers parents six key mental health strategies for managing screen time. It proposes using strategies and tools that promote setting limits through time management apps and foster the protection of family bonds.

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Neurodiversity from Neuropsychology in Panama

The term neurodiversity refers to the principle that society can benefit by recognizing and strengthening the strengths of individuals, rather than solely focusing on the weaknesses they may have.

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Me dieron una referencia para Neuropsicología. ¿Qué hace un Neuropsicólogo? 🧠🇵🇦

¿Recibiste una referencia para una evaluación neuropsicológica y no sabes por dónde empezar? Mario Pimentel explica qué miden pruebas como el WISC-V, ADOS-2 y TDAH, y cómo este proceso no farmacológico es clave para las adecuaciones escolares en Panamá.

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Neuropsychological Stimulation Therapy in Panama: Benefits for Children, Adolescents, and Adults

Neuropsychological intervention programs seek to provide clients with cognitive and behavioral difficulties with a systematic process of therapeutic strategies with the aim of improving and/or stimulating information processing.

Neuropsychological Assessment and Diagnosis

Epilepsy and School: Neuropsychological Impact, Learning and Treatment in Panama

How does epilepsy affect school performance? We explore the connection between brain electrical activity and learning. Discover the role of neuropsychology in diagnosis, the emotional impact, treatment options in Panama, and strategies for the classroom and home.

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🇨🇷 Reflections from the III International Congress of Neuropsychology in Costa Rica - June 2024

Summary of our participation in the III International Congress of Neuropsychology in Costa Rica 2024, organized by the Costa Rican College of Psychology Professionals and Neuroconexiones CR. Discover the latest advances in awake brain surgery, surgical psychoprophylaxis, and the most recent trends in cognitive rehabilitation and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

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Psychological care for anxiety: mental health Panama

Racing heart, sweaty palms, rapid breathing, avoidance, thoughts resembling phrases like “what if everything goes wrong?”, “I can’t handle it”, “maybe I shouldn’t do it.” Has this happened to you? Has it happened to someone you know? Anxiety is an emotion associated with fear; we have all experienced it at some point, for example, when we are about to speak in front of an audience or when we are still children and fear being away from our primary caregivers.

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Evaluation and treatment of ADHD and executive dysfunction in adults in Panama.

ADHD is recognized as a type of developmental executive dysfunction syndrome. However, not every executive dysfunction syndrome is considered ADHD. As we have mentioned in this article, a person who has not experienced neurobiological ADHD may, due to environmental factors, develop symptoms characteristic of an executive dysfunction syndrome in adulthood.

Parenting School and Conscious Parenting

Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis for Parents in Panama

Many families seek help when their children's behavior disrupts daily life. In this article, Gabriel Medianero, Licensed Psychologist, and Mario Pimentel, Neuropsychologist, explain what Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is, distinguishing between myths and science, and guiding parents in Panama on how ethical, evidence-based interventions can transform learning and family life.

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Virtual Psychology and Neuropsychology Care in Panama 🇵🇦: Mental Health Without Distance

Looking for quality psychological support without leaving home? 🏠 Discover how telepsychology makes mental health services more accessible.

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Assessment of anxiety and depression in childhood and adolescence in Panama

Anxiety and depression are two of the most common emotional disorders in children and adolescents. Early assessment is crucial for effective treatment and to mitigate their impact on academic performance and overall well-being.

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AMCO Teacher's BootCamp in Guadalajara, Mexico 2023 🇲🇽: Reflections on Neurodiversity and Education

As director of Neuropsyedu, Mario Pimentel represented Panama at the AMCO Teacher's BootCamp. Discover the lessons learned about planning, experiential learning, and the passion for detail in neuroeducation.

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Language Development and Its Importance in Early Childhood - Speech Therapy Panama

Speech Therapy and Educational Neuropsychology join efforts to explain how the process of language development is particularly relevant in facilitating the strengthening of interpersonal relationships in children, general knowledge of the world around them, understanding of social rules, and regulation of emotions and behavior.

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Fear, anxiety, phobias, panic, and agoraphobia: an analysis from psychology and mental health.

What is the conceptual difference between fear, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks, panic disorder, and agoraphobia? This article will provide a brief explanation of each of these concepts and their corresponding approaches from a mental health perspective.

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Evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of childhood and adolescent autism in Panama.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is defined as a neurodevelopmental disorder of neurobiological origin that typically affects individuals in social, communicative, and behavioral areas.

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Assessment and diagnosis of intellectual disability in Panama

Intellectual disability is characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior. Its assessment should not be based solely on IQ, but also on functional abilities in daily life.

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Use of screens and their impact on mental health

The use of screens has proven to be a factor that affects multiple areas of brain development and mental health in general. For this reason, this article will provide valuable information on how screen time can impact neuropsychological functions, including learning.

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Vocational psychology and career choice in Panama

Choosing a high school track and university degree is a complex task. Vocational psychology can help young people and adults better prepare for this important decision.

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High abilities from the perspective of Educational Neuropsychology in Panama

Giftedness refers to individuals with above-average intellectual performance, which allows them to learn easily. It is crucial to view this as a learning need that requires specific attention.

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ADHD in children and adolescents: assessment, diagnosis and treatment in Panama

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder of neurobiological origin characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with a person's functioning in various contexts.

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Attention and its relevance in learning from a neuropsychological perspective

“Without attention, there is no learning.” Attention is defined as the ability to direct one's focus in a specific and stable manner toward relevant stimuli, while inhibiting irrelevant ones. It is a crucial cognitive function for academic success and daily life.

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Hot and cold executive functions from a neuropsychological assessment

Executive functions are divided into two types: "cold" (purely cognitive processes) and "hot" (aspects with emotional and motivational content). A comprehensive assessment must consider both to understand a person's functioning in their daily life.

Neuropsychological Assessment and Diagnosis

Adaptive behavior from a neuropsychological perspective

Adaptive behavior refers to the set of conceptual, social, and practical skills that a person learns to function in their daily life. Its assessment is crucial in diagnoses such as intellectual disability.

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The Neuroscience Behind Atomic Habits: Small Changes, Extraordinary Results 🧠

Based on the book "Atomic Habits", this article explores how small habits can make big differences in the long run and how this process relates to identity and the functioning of our brain.

Neuropsychological Assessment and Diagnosis

Intelligence from the perspective of Neuropsychology and Education in Panama

Intelligence is the overall capacity to act rationally, understand complex ideas, and adapt to the environment. It is a key predictor of learning and academic success, and its assessment is fundamental in educational and clinical settings.

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Benefits of handwriting from an Educational Neuropsychology perspective

In an increasingly digital world, it is worthwhile to analyze from a neuroscience perspective the inherent benefits that occur in our brain as a result of handwriting, a process that activates various cognitive skills.

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Memory assessment and its importance in Educational Neuropsychology

Memory is a highly important cognitive function, present in almost all our activities. Its assessment is key to understanding learning difficulties and planning effective interventions.

Neuropsychological Assessment and Diagnosis

Neuropsychological Maturity and its Importance in Panamanian Education

Neuropsychological maturity is the level of organization and development of the nervous system that allows a person to function adaptively. It is a key predictor of academic performance.

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Neuropsychology of executive functions and their importance in education

Did you know that working memory, planning, and inhibitory control are stronger predictors of academic success than IQ? Executive functions are the "conductor" of our brain. In this article, neuropsychologist Mario Pimentel explores how these cognitive processes influence education and why a timely assessment with Neuropsyedu can make all the difference in the development of children and adolescents.

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Neuropsychology of Reading Skills in Panama

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Should I tell my child that I will take them to the psychologist?

Should I tell my son that I will take him to the psychologist?

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Parkinson's Law: Mental Health and Productivity.

This article explores the relationship between Parkinson's Law and mental health from a neuropsychological perspective, offering strategic recommendations to optimize productivity and mitigate stress in professional environments.

Neuropsychological Assessment and Diagnosis

Importance of neuropsychological assessment in educational contexts

Discover why neuropsychological assessment is valuable for learning. Learn about the benefits of neuropsychological assessment in educational settings.

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Professional field of Educational Neuropsychology in Panama

Educational Neuropsychology studies the brain and its relationship with behavior in educational settings, always focusing on improving teaching and learning processes. In the words of the author Tokuhama (2011), the transdisciplinary approach of the Mind, Brain, and Education Sciences seeks to understand how humans learn best, so that we can consider better learning-teaching practices tailored to the needs of each student. 💪 What is the objective of Educational Neuropsychology? To optimize learning at all levels, respecting the neurodiversity and learning pace of each student. To achieve this, Educational Neuropsychology relies on multiple assessment techniques and tools that enable professionals to provide quality of life to each family in need. The field of Educational Neuropsychology in Panama presents significant challenges and opportunities. I would like to begin by outlining the challenges that, in my view, this specialty faces in the Panamanian context:

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