Análise dos desafios dos profissionais de saúde mental no atendimento psicológico a mulheres vítimas de violência sexual nas unidades sanitárias da cidade de Maputo

Abstract

Sexual violence against women is a global health issue, causing significant impacts on victims and the professionals who assist them, including mental health workers. This dissertation aims to analyze the challenges faced by these professionals in providing psychological care to women victims of sexual violence at the Integrated Support Centers for Victims of Violence (CAIVVs) in the City of Maputo. The study employed a cross-sectional qualitative methodological approach, involving six participants, each representing one CAIVV. Data collection was conducted through semi-structured interviews. The results showed that mental health professionals face challenges related to the lack of adequate resources to address sexual violence, as well as emotional difficulties arising from handling such sensitive cases. The study concludes that providing care to victims of sexual violence also poses a challenge to the emotional and psychological well-being of the professionals themselves. It is recommended that further studies on the subject be conducted using larger samples and systematic methodologies to contribute to improving working conditions and providing emotional support for professionals in this fie