O PAPEL DO PSICÓLOGO EM CAPS AD: ESTRATÉGIAS TERAPÊUTICAS PARA O ENFRENTAMENTO DO ALCOOLISMO

Abstract

The study investigates the role of psychologists in the Centers for Psychosocial Care for Alcohol and Drugs (CAPS AD) in treating alcohol dependence. The research focuses on therapeutic interventions, the relevance of the therapeutic bond, and the challenges faced by professionals. The main objective is to understand the most effective psychotherapeutic practices and identify the challenges faced by psychologists. The justification lies in the growing importance of understanding and improving the work of these professionals since the World Health Organization recognizes alcoholism as a chronic disease that causes health damages. The relevance of the topic is the need to improve the care provided by CAPS AD, which is part of the Psychiatric Reform and provides comprehensive assistance to people with disorders related to alcohol and other substances. The methodology used is a bibliographic review, which will identify practices and recommendations to improve the management of alcohol dependence. It concludes that psychologists play a fundamental role in helping to change thoughts and behavioral patterns through varied therapeutic approaches, contributing to the improvement of the users' quality of life and the formulation of more effective public policies in combating alcoholism.