Vulnerabilidade social, cuidado e a psicologia: a política de saúde da mulher em análise

Abstract

Psychologists working within public policy face significant challenges, particularly in contexts of social vulnerability. This research connects the concept of self-care with the work of psychologists in vulnerable settings through a review of the literature on self-care and subjectivity, as well as an analysis of the PAISM—Comprehensive Women's Health Care Program. Often, psychology adopts an assistentialist approach, addressing urgent needs without fostering systemic change. We explore how psychology can resist externally imposed models of subjectivity shaped by social, historical, and cultural contexts, drawing on Michel Foucault's idea of self-care. We examine the implementation of PAISM, noting that, despite its comprehensive proposals, recent initiatives often emphasize generalism and motherhood while neglecting other avenues for self-care. We conclude that it is essential to rethink the role of psychologists, advocating for a collective approach to care that strengthens relationships and promotes autonomy.