http://hdl.handle.net/11624/3383 Tue, 27 Oct 2026 01:40:10 GMT 2026-10-27T01:40:10Z https://repositorio.unisc.br:443/jspui/retrieve/13085/logo_psicologia.jpg http://hdl.handle.net/11624/3383 http://hdl.handle.net/11624/4375 Title: Saúde mental infantil : demandas e intervenções em um serviço público de psicologia infantil. Authors: Picoli, Patrícia Mostardeiro Peixoto Abstract: This study emerged from concerns regarding the demands and needs of the Child Psychology Service of a Municipal Health Department in a city located in the interior of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. A significant increase in the demand for child psychological care was observed, resulting in a waiting list in which many families experience long periods between referral and the beginning of individual clinical treatment. This study considered both the demands of families who seek psychotherapy on their own initiative, aiming to address specific symptoms, and those arising from referrals made by third parties, such as schools, where an actual clinical demand is not always present. Justification: This research is justified by its contribution to improving the effectiveness of the Child Psychology Service, enabling the identification and understanding of families' demands and needs. Method: The methodology adopted was participatory research, as this approach allows for understanding reality through the direct experiences of families, fostering changes in professional practices and service delivery. In health research, knowledge is constructed collaboratively with participants and grounded in the concrete reality of health services, taking into account their social, historical, and institutional contexts. Medical records from June 2021 to July 2022 were analyzed, semi-structured interviews were conducted with families on the waiting list, and a participatory parent group was established. Results: The analysis and discussion of the findings revealed themes primarily related to Neurodevelopmental Disorders. It was identified that many families experience difficulties in understanding what is expected at each developmental stage, which enabled preventive interventions to address these demands. Most families seek the service for guidance regarding child development and information on how to deal with specific behaviors or symptoms. Furthermore, it was observed that most referrals are made by physicians from Family Health Strategy (FHS) teams and that many of these cases do not require individual psychological treatment but rather family support, guidance, and counseling. Based on this experience, a technical intervention product was also developed: an informational booklet containing guidance and educational materials for families. Final Considerations: The findings highlighted the need to adapt practices and services, prioritizing spaces for listening, support, and guidance within Primary Health Care. The importance of recognizing and intervening early in children's psychological suffering is emphasized in order to prevent or minimize its long-term impacts. This intervention research was conducted within Research Line I: Research; Contemporary Clinical Practices; Public Policies; and Mental Health, of the Graduate Program in Psychology – Professional Master's Degree at UNISC. This research line aims to develop clinical research and technologies focused on interventions in contexts where public policies in the field of mental health are implemented, as well as the development of diagnoses, tools, and interventions addressing health and illness processes. Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/11624/4375 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/11624/4350 Title: Acidentes de trânsito e indicadores de riscos subjetivos de sofrimento psíquico em motoristas : um olhar sob a perspectiva do psicólogo do trânsito/tráfego. Authors: Ferreira, Mateus Alves Abstract: This study refers to an investigation of subjective risk indicators in drivers related to traffic accidents. The study targeted traffic psychologists working as evaluators in clinics accredited by the Department of Motor Vehicles (Detran), who maintain direct contact with drivers and driver's license applicants. In this sense, the main objective of this research was to investigate the risk factors for psychological distress involved in traffic accidents from the perspective of a traffic psychologist. It was a descriptive study with a qualitative approach, consisting of the application of a questionnaire, via Google Forms, with open and closed questions, aimed at achieving the central objective of this research. The intervention took place through an extension course entitled "Mental Health and Traffic," which was aimed at traffic psychologists who participated in the research and was later extended to professionals interested in the topic, as well as undergraduate psychology students. The intervention occurred during the month of October 2025, on Tuesdays, from 6 pm to 10 pm, totaling 20 hours. The technical product was an informative and instructional e-book aimed at psychologists working in the context of traffic. This material stemmed from the extension course "Mental Health and Traffic" and presented propositions on psychological well-being, traffic, driving practices, traffic violence, and also a technique for stress management for drivers. The results of the research analyses indicated that mental health is closely linked to the driver's good performance in traffic. Among the factors that compromise the driver's well-being, stress, exhaustion, and depression were identified, which mainly affect drivers who work as professional drivers. Based on the study in question, it was possible to ascertain that the turbulent experiences lived by drivers negatively impact their mental health and present themselves as a complication for road safety. This highlights the need for collaboration to develop and promote mental health policies in the various contexts in which these drivers find themselves, so that fewer and fewer traffic accidents occur as a result of psychological distress. Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/11624/4350 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/11624/4333 Title: Entre emoções e sentimentos : a espera pela adoção por casais homoafetivos. Authors: Matos, Liduina Salviano de Abstract: This research is part of the Postgraduate Program in Psychology at the University of Santa Cruz do Sul (UNISC), Professional Master's Degree, and is linked to the research line Social Practices, Organizations and Culture. Its objective was to understand the emotions and feelings experienced by same-sex couples during the procedural stages of qualification and inclusion in the National Adoption and Foster Care System (SNA), which includes the waiting period for adoption. The investigation adopted a phenomenological approach, conducting semi-structured interviews in three districts in the interior of the State of Pernambuco, with the participation of four same-sex couples. Data analysis was theoretically guided by the phenomenological- existential perspective of Maurice Merleau-Ponty, which allowed for an understanding of the subjective experience of legally qualified couples awaiting adoption on the SNA waiting list. For the systematization and categorization of the data, the phenomenological analysis proposed by Martins and Bicudo was adopted. This combination made it possible to understand the investigated phenomenon, especially regarding the different affectivities that emerge from the lived experience and the body-world relationship in the context of waiting for the realization of adoptive same-sex parenting. Subsequently, the investigation revealed that historical and sociocultural determinants impact the experience of waiting and filial idealization, leading to dynamic transformations in affections throughout the legal procedural process. Furthermore, the positive role of the technical team in the trajectory of all participants was observed, leading them to feel safe and welcomed within the judicial context. As a follow-up to the empirical stage, an informative and guidance intervention was carried out concurrently with the data collection. This action addressed themes relevant to adoption that went beyond the originally proposed semi-structured interview script. Furthermore, as a technical product, an informative booklet was developed for LGBTQIAPN+ people who wish to adopt, with the intention of guiding and informing them about the adoption process, promoting adequate access to information, strengthening citizenship, and encouraging inclusive practices. It was concluded that, despite adoption being regulated nationally, practical experience reveals itself to be unequal, in which ingrained, albeit hidden, prejudices permeate institutions and social interactions. This scenario of insecurity leads many prospective adoptive parents to postpone or renounce the adoption process through legal means. Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/11624/4333 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/11624/4332 Title: Entre troncos, jacarés e lagoa, vivo minha infância de boa : a experiência dos pátios naturalizados na rede municipal de Fortaleza. Authors: Cavalcante, Maria Conceição Silva Abstract: The first years of life constitute a fundamental period for human development, during which cognitive, emotional, social, and cultural foundations are established. In this context, Early Childhood Education assumes a strategic role by offering experiences that foster exploration, interactions, and the child's integral development. Embedded in the research line "Social Practices, Organizations, and Culture" of the Professional Graduate Program in Psychology at the University of Santa Cruz do Sul (UNISC), this Final Paper presents an intervention-research that analyzes the implementation process of naturalized playgrounds in Early Childhood Education Centers (CEIs) within the municipal school network of Fortaleza. This qualitative study was conducted through semi-structured interviews with technicians from the Municipal Education Department, pedagogical coordinators, and teachers from two Early Childhood Education Centers (CEIs), as well as participant observation with children from Infantil III classes. The theoretical framework articulates contributions from historical-cultural psychology and studies on childhood, educational space, and nature, drawing upon authors such as Vygotsky, Montessori, Malaguzzi, Louv, and Horn. The research understands space as an organizational and cultural dimension of social practices in Early Childhood Education, highlighting the environment as an active element in shaping children's experiences and producing meaning within institutional daily life. The results indicate that the implementation of naturalized playgrounds constitutes a pedagogical and organizational innovation capable of promoting meaningful experiences, strengthening bonds with the natural world, and enhancing children's well-being. Content analysis allowed the findings to be organized into three central categories: the implementation process, the daily use of the playgrounds, and the interaction with the school community, while also revealing challenges related to pedagogical appropriation and the institutional sustainability of the proposal. As an intervention outcome, a technical product was developed in the form of a pedagogical guidebook, designed to support educators in qualifying the use of these spaces, reaffirming the professional master's degree commitment to transforming practices and ensuring the social applicability of research. Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/11624/4332 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z