Perfil de usuários acolhidos em um centro de atenção psicossocial II: antes e depois da Covid-19

Abstract

With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the mental health of the population has been affected, leading to increased stress and anxiety. This study aims to assess whether there have been changes in the sociodemographic and epidemiological profile of users received at a CAPS II before and after the pandemic. A descriptive, cross-sectional, and exploratory study with a quantitative approach was conducted, utilizing administrative records and patient charts. A total of 517 patient charts from individuals received at the service between January 2019 and December 2022 were selected. Data collected included sociodemographic characteristics, diagnoses, medications, use of psychoactive substances, and history of suicidal behavior, analyzed using graphs in Microsoft Excel. Findings revealed alterations in the profile of users received during the pandemic, notably in user ages and diagnosed mental disorders. Additionally, a significant portion of charts lacked information regarding education level, race/ethnicity, and suicidal behaviors. These results indicate a shift in the profile of users received before and during the COVID-19 pandemic at a CAPS II.