O impacto da Terapia Ocupacional no tratamento de usuários do CAPS

Abstract

Mental health is a constant challenge, requiring interdisciplinary and humanized strategies within Brazil’s Unified Health System (SUS). To analyze the impact of Occupational Therapy in the treatment of users of Psychosocial Care Centers (CAPS), highlighting its benefits for psychosocial rehabilitation and well-being promotion. This research was conducted through a systematic literature review with a qualitative approach, based on articles published in the last ten years in databases such as SciELO, LILACS, and PubMed. The studies show that Occupational Therapy contributes to users’ autonomy, daily routines, and social reintegration, going beyond the biomedical model. They also point out challenges such as the shortage of professionals, weaknesses in public policies, and lack of institutional recognition. It is concluded that Occupational Therapy plays a transformative role in the Psychosocial Care Network, strengthens community-based care, reinforces the importance of interdisciplinary work, and points to pathways for a more humanized and inclusive SUS.