La enfermedad silenciosa que millones confunden con ansiedad

In this episode of Con Altura, we talk with Dr. Santiago Duque about an uncomfortable but necessary conversation: how many of the things we call anxiety, distraction, lack of discipline, or personality traits could be signs of something we've never addressed? We discuss the fear of psychiatrists, attention deficit disorder in adults, the constant need for stimulation, how many people end up seeking calm in screens, food, cigarettes, marijuana, alcohol, or instant gratification, and why the brain must also be understood as an organ that can become ill. A conversation to question what we think we know about mental health, medication, diagnosis, addiction, and treatment. Guest: Dr. Santiago Duque Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube: @dr.santiagoduque Follow us on social media as Con Altura Podcast and turn on notifications so you don't miss upcoming episodes. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro: Why can't we tolerate being bored anymore? 02:10 Anxiety, Silence, and the Need for Stimulation 06:35 The Problem Isn't Dopamine 10:20 Are We Using Pleasure to Mask Emotions? 14:45 Screens, Food, Nicotine, and Marijuana: Calm or Escape? 18:30 The Invisible Line Where Addiction Begins 22:15 Attention Deficit: When the Diagnosis Comes Too Late 27:40 “If You Don't Treat It, They May Seek Treatment on the Street” 32:10 Ritalin, Stimulants, and Myths About Medication 37:50 Do Psychiatric Medications Cause Dependence? 43:20 The Brain Is Also an Organ 47:10 Anxiety, Impulsivity, and Warning Signs in Adults 52:30 When Should You Seek Professional Help? 56:00 Dr. Santiago Duque's Networks and Closing