Autor: Dr. Martha Andrea Castro Noriega, MD WMA FACS

Education, inspiration, mental health

A Healthcare Woman Shares Her Battle With Depression Part 1

Dr. Martha Andrea Castro Noriega, MD WMA FACS
healthcare person battles depression mental health problem anxiety sadness education hope dra martha andrea castro noriega tijuana baja california mexico

Nora Super is a healthcare practitioner who has decided to share her longtime battle with depression. I applaud her for being open about this mental health problem affecting millions of people worldwide. This is her story:

«In February 2021 I checked into a psychiatric ward. After I answered yes to the following questions, the emergency department doctor admitted me: Do you have little interest or pleasure in doing things? Do you feel bad about yourself or that you are a failure or have let yourself or your family down? Do you have trouble concentrating on things such as reading the newspaper or watching television? Do you have thoughts that you would be better off dead or hurting yourself? Yes, yes, yes, and yes.

After several weeks of crippling anxiety and depression, I was back in a place I dread more than any other, but I know it’s the safest place for me to be when I feel that low. This wasn’t the first time I’d been there, and unfortunately, it probably wouldn’t be the last. That’s the bad news. The good news is that I recovered and expect to recover again.»

Education, mental health, Motivation

Understanding Anxiety One Step At A Time

Dr. Martha Andrea Castro Noriega, MD WMA FACS
anxiety panic attacks depression living with stress and understanding mental disease to live better with dra martha andrea castro noriega in tijuana mexico

“Think of anxiety as a normal reaction to a situation where people feel pressured and, to some degree, fearful because there’s an unknown factor or a perceived danger,” says Michelle Alejandra Silva, PsyD, assistant professor of psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine and director of the Connecticut Latino Behavioral Health System.

“But it becomes clinically concerning when the feeling persists even when the threat is not there, and when it begins to interfere with day-to-day functioning and relationships.” 

Any single cause or the combined weight of numerous factors can lead to an anxiety disorder. Anxiety triggers can be obvious, like losing a job or house, or more difficult to pin down, such as traumatic events from one’s past.

“Understanding context is key,” Silva says. “I try to do a thorough assessment of patients’ current environment and circumstances to understand their feelings and experiences within their reality. For instance, many of my clients are dealing with poverty or immigration-related stressors.” 

Comida, Cooking, eating, Food, Motivation

Some Delicious Mexican Food Ideas

Dr. Martha Andrea Castro Noriega, MD WMA FACS

If you are on a diet DO NOT look at these pictures, because you might break your diet and I don´t want that!

DELIGHTFUL BREAKFAST

Food delicious cooking for eating family home breakfast lunch or dinner dra martha andrea castro noriega tijuana mexico

DELECTABLE DINNER

Food delicious cooking for eating family home breakfast lunch or dinner dra martha andrea castro noriega tijuana mexico

YUMMY MEXICAN SALSA IN «MOLCAJETE»

Food delicious cooking for eating family home breakfast lunch or dinner dra martha andrea castro noriega tijuana mexico

WHEN IT’S COLD AN SCRUMPTIOUS CHICKEN SOUP WITH VEGETABLES IS IN ORDER!

Food delicious cooking for eating family home breakfast lunch or dinner dra martha andrea castro noriega tijuana mexico
celebrities, Women

Madonna Destroyed Her Face Grammys 2023

Dr. Martha Andrea Castro Noriega, MD WMA FACS
Madonna and the Grammys 2023 plastic surgery destroyed her face dra martha andrea castro noriega tijuana mexico

Whoever is doing her work these days is not the best plastic surgeon in the business. Maybe Madonna was never going to age naturally and gracefully, but there is a massive gap between “aging naturally” and whatever this is. As I do find it sad.

I’m not criticizing Madonna for changing her look, because she has that right. For me, it’s more sadness that she’s just taken it way too far, deep into uncanny valley territory. No lie, that picture made me gasp out loud. She looks like Jigsaw.

Art, Motivation, Photography, Poetry

Sunsets To Take Your Breathaway And A Poem

Dr. Martha Andrea Castro Noriega, MD WMA FACS
sunsets breathtaking poems and art by dra martha andrea castro noriega tijuana mexico california

Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,

But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
Turns again home.

Twilight and evening bell
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;

For though from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crost the bar.

Alfred Lord Tennyson

sunsets breathtaking poems and art by dra martha andrea castro noriega tijuana mexico california
Blogging, inspiration

Back To Blogging After A Well Deserved Resting Time

Dr. Martha Andrea Castro Noriega, MD WMA FACS

I hope you all are well. I definitely rested and my mind and body are solid and ready to return to my daily activities.

dog protects baby animals pets dra martha andrea castro noriega tijuana mexico
Animals, inspiration, Pets

Sweet Dog Protects Baby

Dr. Martha Andrea Castro Noriega, MD WMA FACS

One dog that often appears at the top of people’s canine wishlists is the Bichon Frise – they are one of the UK’s most popular small dogs and have a range of positive attributes that make them a great family pet.

cat y gatita frankie la quiero mucho yo la dra martha andrea castro noriega en tijuana tomando starbucks
Cats, Gatos, Motivation

Instagram Post: My Cat Frankie Loves Starbucks Coffee

Dr. Martha Andrea Castro Noriega, MD WMA FACS
Writings

Good Night To You And A Poem

Dr. Martha Andrea Castro Noriega, MD WMA FACS

Good Night
Poet: Bernhart Paul Holst

Good night! Fade the parting rays of light;
Now the end of the daily labor,
Rest comes to the busy hand,
Until the morning wakens bright,
Good night!

Go to rest!
Close your eyes with feelings best.
For the birds have hushed the song
They were chirping all day long,
And the night makes this request:
Go to rest!

Close your eyes!
Dream of a happy Paradise,
Life is not always what it seems,
But sleep requires happy dreams
Recompense for him who tries.
Close your eyes!

Good night!
Slumber on ‘till morning light.
Sleep until the new tomorrow
Comes with its own toil and sorrow;
Until the morning wakens bright,
Good night!

sunset and a poem saying good night inspiration dra martha castro noriega tijuana mexico
Comida, Food, Gardening, homesteading

Wonders In My Urban Farm Strawberries Part 1

Dr. Martha Andrea Castro Noriega, MD WMA FACS

Strawberries need 8 hours of full sun each day. A minimum of 6 is required for them to grow properly, but giving them 8–10 hours of direct sunlight per day is the approach that will lead to the best results.

Strawberries thrive in bright sunlight and enjoy warm temperatures and moist soil. Even more than 10 hours of full sun won’t usually harm this delicious fruit.

Sun-scorch is only something to worry about if the region where you live typically experiences extremely hot temperatures. If this is the case, shading them a bit in the afternoon should prevent problems.

food comida strawberries farm homestead dra martha andrea castro noriega tijuana mexico