Experience of Hearing Voices: Experiences, Coping Strategies and Psychosocial Supporters in Individuals with Psychotic Disorders
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Capacidades de Enfrentamento, Transtornos Psicóticos, Saúde MentalAbstract
The study investigated the experiences of individuals who hear voices in the city of Santa Maria, focusing on coping strategies and psychosocial support. Using a qualitative approach and based on the phenomenological method, open-ended interviews were conducted with two participants. The results indicate that the experience of hearing voices is often associated with adverse childhood events and the absence of support networks. Coping strategies evolved over time, moving from fear and avoidance to adaptive mechanisms, such as dialog with the voices and the use of sound devices. In addition, it was found that psychosocial support plays an important role in reframing these experiences. The study highlights the need for therapeutic approaches that go beyond the biomedical model, considering the subjectivity of the participants and their life trajectories. As a limitation, the small number of interviewees restricts the generalization of the findings. Future research could expand the sample and explore the effectiveness of different interventions in promoting the well-being of voice hearers.
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