Proceso de psicoeducación para el fortalecimiento de la salud mental en la parroquia García Moreno de la ciudad de Guayaquil

Abstract

This systematization work was developed as part of the degree process following the execution of the project titled “Psychoeducation process for the strengthening of mental health in the García Moreno parish of Guayaquil” during a professional internship at a Health Center located in the García Moreno parish, Guayaquil. The primary objective was to analyze the impact of the psychoeducation process aimed at strengthening the mental health of the inhabitants of the García Moreno parish. The study was conducted under a qualitative methodology of experience systematization, performing a critical reconstruction of the lived process through the documentary review of planning materials, thereby generating new knowledge and insights. Consequently, the diagnostic process was carried out using a narrative-explanatory approach. For the reconstruction of experiences, field diaries, activity logs, content analysis, and critical reflection on practice were implemented. The result demonstrated that psychoeducational intervention achieved a positive impact on the awareness of different population groups, with contextually adapted participatory methodologies being particularly effective. Protective factors were identified that facilitated methodological flexibility and the establishment of trust; conversely, risk factors such as infrastructure, time constraints, and work schedules acted as limitations to user participation. Finally, conclusions and recommendations were established to create impact evaluation mechanisms and develop spaces for reflection.