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- The impact of virtual reality-based forest therapy in psychiatric inpatient care: a pilot studyPublication . Martins, Rafael; Sousa, Sara de; Viana, João; Fortuna, Rita; Henriques, André; Silva, Alzira; Almeida, Raquel Simões de; Simões de Almeida, Raquel; de Sousa, SaraThis study evaluated the effectiveness of a Virtual Reality (VR)-based Forest Therapy program in reducing depressive symptoms, anxiety, stress, and physiological distress among psychiatric inpatients. A quasi-experimental study was conducted with 16 inpatients (mean age: 38) in a clinical setting. Participants engaged in four immersive VR sessions simulating forest environments. Psychometric assessments included the DASS-21 and WHO-5, administered pre- and post-intervention. Autonomic responses were monitored via Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and Electrodermal Activity (EDA). Following the intervention, participants showed statistically significant improvements in depression, anxiety, stress, and well-being scores (p < .001). While changes in physiological indicators (HRV and EDA) were not statistically significant, observed trends suggested increased autonomic stability and relaxation. The findings suggest that VR-based Forest Therapy appears to be a promising, accessible intervention for promoting well being in psychiatric settings with limited nature access. While the results are encouraging, the lack of a control group and follow-up data limits conclusions regarding long-term durability. Further research with larger samples is required to validate these findings.
- Sociodrama e e-learning na diminuição do auto-estigma em doentes psicóticosPublication . Sousa, Sara de; Fontoura, Mariana; Marques, António; Queirós, CristinaA aprendizagem com base na acção vivida no Sociodrama é marcada pela relação dos elementos do grupo, tendo como contexto a formação da competência humana, cuja ideia central é a formação de sujeitos capazes de história própria, individual e colectiva (Marra, 2004). Para Moreno a doença mental é algo que restringe a espontaneidade, que contém a pessoa doente e lhe impede a energia espontânea (Abreu, 1992). O auto-estigma conceptualizado sobretudo a partir de um conjunto de crenças negativas da pessoa diagnosticada com doença mental acerca de si própria, organizadas em torno de representações de incompetência, fragilidade (estereótipo), sentimentos de baixa auto-estima e de auto-eficácia (preconceito), impõe frequentemente graves barreiras ao processo de recuperação e consequentemente à espontaneidade, ao funcionamento e efectiva inserção social destas pessoas (Corrigan et al, 2003). No âmbito de um Projecto de Doutoramento em Psicologia na FPCEUP sobre estes temas, surge o Curso de Educação e Formação para a Vida Activa, assente numa metodologia de b-learning (sessões interactivas online realizadas à distância e sessões formativas presenciais com recurso ao Sociodrama). Este poster propõem-se apresentar um resumo dos resultados preliminares da abordagem sociodramática utilizada
- Stigma and discrimination among professionals in portuguese integrated continuing care units: stigma and discrimination in ICCUsPublication . Rocha, Patrícia Castro; Sousa, Sara de; Marques, António; Almeida, Raquel Simões de; Trigueiro, Maria João; Campos, Filipa; Portugal, Paula; de Sousa, Sara; Pereira da Silva Marques, António José; Simões de Almeida, Raquel; Trigueiro, Maria João; Campos, Filipa; Portugal, PaulaStigma surrounding mental illness (MI) poses a significant obstacle to treatment access, hinders recovery, and may lead to suboptimal care. Breaking the chains of prejudice and embracing tolerance are essential steps in fostering understanding and compassion for those living with MI. This study aims to describe the levels of stigma and discrimination against individuals suffering from MI among professionals in Portuguese Integrated Continuing Care Units (ICCUs). A quantitative, observational, cross-sectional study involving 163 participants utilized a sociodemographic questionnaire, alongside two assessment instruments – the Attribution Questionnaire (AQ-27) and Com-munity Attitudes Toward Mental Illness (CAMI). Revealed significant differences in stigma levels based on education (pprejudice = .001; ptolerance = .007) and occupation (pprejudice = .025), higher stigma being associated with lower education levels and specific healthcare occupations (medical assistant). Additionally, a positive correlation was found between age and stigma perception (r = -236, pprejudice = .002; r = -167, ptolerance = .033). The findings underscore the urgent necessity for targeted an-ti-stigma interventions within Portuguese integrated continuing care units, focusing on mitigating education-based disparities, and addressing specific healthcare occupations that exhibit heightened stigma. Effectively combat-ing stigma among professionals is crucial for fostering a more inclusive and compassionate environment in these care settings.
- Stigmatizing attitudes in relatives of people with schizophrenia: A study using the attribution questionnaire AQ-27Publication . Sousa, Sara de; da Silva Marques, António; Rosário, Curral; Queirós, CristinaFamily members of people with mental disorders can contribute to stigmatization. Because of the lack of adequate information and resources, and the fatigue resulting from daily care, the family can reinforce social exclusion of the mentally ill and disbelieve recovery. Furthermore, family members may also suffer from self-stigma, experiencing a decrease in their own self-esteem and self-worth.