The importance of psychoeducation as a strategy for coping with the stigma of severe mental disorders
The importance of psychoeducation as a strategy for coping with the stigma of severe mental disorders
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Stigma. Psychoeducation. Mental Health. Severe Mental DisordersAbstract
This research investigated the efficacy of psychoeducation in reducing the stigma associated with severe mental disorders. It aimed to understand how this therapeutic intervention can improve the quality of life of these individuals and decrease internalized stigma. The study adopted a qualitative methodology, with exploratory and bibliographic research, analyzing materials from databases such as SciELO and PubMed. The review of national literature revealed a gap on the topic, while English-language studies showed a positive impact of psychoeducation in reducing stigma and promoting well-being, especially when combined with cognitive-behavioral therapy. It was concluded that, although internalized stigma is recognized as a barrier to treatment adherence in people with severe mental disorders, there is still a lack of studies on the application of psychoeducation in this context. Therefore, it is suggested that future research expand the investigation on the topic, especially in the long term.
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