Compreensão da psicomotricidade por profissionais da psicopedagogia em João Pessoa/PB: um estudo exploratório

Abstract

This study examined the perception and use of psychomotricity among psychopedagogists in João Pessoa across different practice settings. The research involved two groups: professionals with degrees in psychopedagogy and professionals from other fields with specialization in psychopedagogy. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire and analyzed both quantitatively and qualitatively. Findings revealed that both groups recognize the importance of psychomotricity for child development, though the specialized group showed higher engagement in training and professional updates. The main challenges identified for implementing psychomotor practices were lack of time and resources. The study concludes that for more effective psychomotor practices, greater continuous education and institutional support are required. Additionally, future studies should explore the impact of psychomotricity on cognitive and emotional outcomes in children.