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Perturbação obsessivo-compulsiva : avaliação da perceção da doença e abordagens terapêuticas
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A Perturbação Obsessivo-Compulsiva (POC) é uma condição psiquiátrica crónica e incapacitante, caracterizada pela presença de obsessões e/ou compulsões. Estima-se que afete aproximadamente 1 a 4% da população mundial, comprometendo de forma significativa a qualidade de vida dos doentes. Apesar da sua prevalência, persistem ainda conceções erradas e algum estigma em torno da doença, o que pode dificultar o diagnóstico precoce e até mesmo a adesão ao tratamento.
O presente estudo teve como objetivo avaliar a perceção da população relativamente à POC e às suas opções terapêuticas, através de uma investigação exploratória realizada sob a forma de questionário. Adicionalmente, através de um infográfico disponibilizado no final do questionário, pretendeu-se contribuir para a literacia em saúde sobre a POC e corrigir perceções erróneas sobre a doença.
Foi realizada uma revisão da literatura relativamente à POC e feita uma investigação mista através de um questionário aplicado online com 546 participantes.
Os resultados mostraram que 90,3% dos participantes já tinham ouvido falar da POC, contudo apenas 58% sabiam que se tratava de uma perturbação de ansiedade.
Apesar do satisfatório conhecimento geral da população sobre a POC, persistem ainda lacunas no que diz respeito ao papel dos medicamentos no seu tratamento. A população encontra-se mais sensibilizada para o recurso à psicoterapia no tratamento da POC do que para a terapêutica farmacológica. Estes resultados destacam a importância de promover a literacia em saúde sobre esta perturbação, especialmente em relação às opções de tratamento disponíveis, contribuindo para um diagnóstico precoce, incentivo à procura de ajuda e adesão ao tratamento.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a chronic and disabling psychiatric condition characterized by the presence of obsessions and/or compulsions. It is estimated to affect approximately 1 to 4% of the global population, significantly compromising patients’ quality of life. Despite its prevalence, misconceptions and stigma surrounding the disorder still persist, which may hinder early diagnosis and even adherence to treatment. The present study aimed to assess the population’s perception regarding OCD and its therapeutic options through an exploratory investigation conducted via a questionnaire. Additionally, by providing an infographic at the end of the questionnaire, the study sought to contribute to health literacy about OCD and correct erroneous perceptions about the disorder. A literature review on OCD was conducted, and a mixed-methods investigation was carried out using an online questionnaire completed by 546 participants. The results showed that 90.3% of participants had heard of OCD; however, only 58% knew that it is an anxiety disorder. Despite the generally satisfactory level of public knowledge about OCD, gaps remain regarding the role of medications in its treatment. The population appears to be more aware of psychotherapy as a treatment for OCD than pharmacological therapy. These findings highlight the importance of promoting health literacy about this disorder, particularly regarding the available treatment options, contributing to early diagnosis, encouraging help-seeking behavior, and improving adherence to treatment.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a chronic and disabling psychiatric condition characterized by the presence of obsessions and/or compulsions. It is estimated to affect approximately 1 to 4% of the global population, significantly compromising patients’ quality of life. Despite its prevalence, misconceptions and stigma surrounding the disorder still persist, which may hinder early diagnosis and even adherence to treatment. The present study aimed to assess the population’s perception regarding OCD and its therapeutic options through an exploratory investigation conducted via a questionnaire. Additionally, by providing an infographic at the end of the questionnaire, the study sought to contribute to health literacy about OCD and correct erroneous perceptions about the disorder. A literature review on OCD was conducted, and a mixed-methods investigation was carried out using an online questionnaire completed by 546 participants. The results showed that 90.3% of participants had heard of OCD; however, only 58% knew that it is an anxiety disorder. Despite the generally satisfactory level of public knowledge about OCD, gaps remain regarding the role of medications in its treatment. The population appears to be more aware of psychotherapy as a treatment for OCD than pharmacological therapy. These findings highlight the importance of promoting health literacy about this disorder, particularly regarding the available treatment options, contributing to early diagnosis, encouraging help-seeking behavior, and improving adherence to treatment.
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Dissertação para obtenção do grau de Mestre no Instituto Universitário Egas Moniz
Keywords
POC Tratamento Obsessões Compulsões