ATUAÇÃO FONOAUDIOLÓGICA NA SAÚDE MENTAL – REVISÃO INTEGRATIVA

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Introduction: Mental health is a fundamental component of overall well-being, whose promotion and care require multidisciplinary and integrated approaches. In this scenario, speech-language pathology, traditionally associated with human communication and its alterations, has a significant potential for action that is sometimes underestimated or underexplored in the context of mental health. Understanding the interface between speech-language pathology and mental health promotion is crucial for expanding care strategies and optimizing interventions. Objective: This study aims to conduct an integrative literature review to analyze the role of speech-language pathology in promoting mental health, identifying the main approaches, contributions, and challenges of this practice. Method: Integrative review study, conducted through a search of articles published between 2019 and 2024 in scientific databases, in Portuguese, that address the role of speech-language pathology in promoting mental health. Results and discussion: 12 articles were selected that met the inclusion criteria, covering a variety of studies on the role of speech-language pathologists in mental health. The research was categorized by type, year of publication, federative unit (FU), and speech-language pathology practice in inter/multidisciplinary teams. The results demonstrated that the role of speech-language pathologists in mental health is fundamental for the rehabilitation and integration of individuals with mental disorders. Conclusion: This research highlights the importance of including speech-language pathologists in inter/multidisciplinary mental health teams, aiming to provide comprehensive and humanized care. Speech-language pathology practice has been shown to be essential for promoting mental health and preventing disorders, contributing to improving the quality of life of individuals.