Gabriela Martins, a therapist known for her work in positive psychology, passed away at the age of 31 due to complications from in vitro fertilization in São Paulo.
Gabriela Martins Moura, a 31-year-old therapist from São Paulo, sadly passed away on Tuesday, October 24, at the Sírio-Libanês Hospital. Her family reported that she suffered brain death after being hospitalized for eight days due to complications arising from an in vitro fertilization procedure. In the wake of her passing, Gabriela's relatives have opted to donate her organs and are making arrangements to return her body to her hometown of Teresina, Piauí, where she was born.
Since moving to São Paulo five years ago, Gabriela transitioned from her career as an attorney to becoming a practitioner in positive psychology, mindfulness, and neuroscience in 2021. She was also an active member of her community, having founded a women's collective in São Paulo known as "Time de Ninja," which focused on empowerment and support for women. Tragically, Gabriela passed away just one day after celebrating her eighth wedding anniversary with her husband, Dr. Samuel Moura, highlighting the personal loss felt by her family and community.
The hospital, when approached for comments, stated that it only releases medical bulletins with the family's consent, which reflects the sensitivity and privacy surrounding Gabriela's recent health issues. The circumstances of her death have raised awareness regarding the risks associated with assisted reproductive technologies, and they underscore the need for support systems for families navigating such challenges. As her collective and legacy of work in positive psychology continue, Gabriela's impact on those around her will be remembered despite her untimely passing.
