Estrategias de intervención para manejo de ansiedad en niñas y adolescentes de una casa hogar en Guayaquil

Abstract

Anxiety is a mental health disorder that affects many individuals, and is especially prevalent among residents of orphanages, where stressful conditions can exacerbate this condition. These centers, designed to provide shelter for vulnerable children and adolescents, face challenges that can negatively impact the emotional well-being of young people. Faced with this situation, addressing anxiety at orphanages is crucial, as lack of treatment can have long-term consequences on the emotional and social development of minors, affecting their academic performance and interpersonal relationships. On the contrary, the identification and treatment of anxiety can significantly improve the quality of life of children, allowing them to develop coping skills and better self-esteem. Therefore, the main objective of the present systematization was to identify and propose interventions to reduce anxiety in young female residents of a orphanage in Guayaquil. The intervention focused on mental health, considering that many residents have experienced adverse situations that affect their emotional well-being. For this purpose, a survey of closed questions was applied in order to evaluate anxiety. Based on the results obtained, anxiety management strategies were implemented in both the young women and the authorities of the institution. It was concluded that the research seeks not only to improve the current situation of the participants, but also to contribute to future policies and programs that promote mental health in similar contexts, ensuring a comprehensive approach that benefits this vulnerable population.