GESTAÇÃO, AUTOESTIMA E REPRESENTAÇÕES SOCIAIS: UM ESTUDO COM MULHERES GRÁVIDAS

Abstract

Pregnancy represents a complex period in a woman's life, in which the various changes that occur influence biopsychosocial aspects. It is a period of rich experiences, full of expectations, symbolism and, therefore, a unique moment, in which each woman responds differently. Therefore, this study aims to understand the social representations of pregnancy, as well as self-esteem and feelings derived from pregnancy in a sample of 5 pregnant women treated at the outpatient clinic of Instituto Cândida Vargas, in João Pessoa. An exploratory research with a qualitative design was carried out, using the semi-structured interview as the instrument used, and the analysis by the phenomenological method. The study of the data made it possible to highlight the need for comprehensive care for pregnant women, considering not only the clinical aspects of pregnancy, but also the emotional ones, such as self-esteem, feelings and social representations that surround the pregnant woman. In this sense, the findings underscore the importance of the psychologist's work with the interdisciplinary health care team for pregnant women