On October 17, the Acute Pain Unit of ULS Lezíria organized an event at Casa do Brasil, Santarém, to commemorate World Pain Day, under the theme “Knowing Pain, Debunking Myths, Improving Lives”. Psychologist Patrícia Januário presented “The Role of Mental Health”, discussing the link between chronic pain and psychological well-being, and its impact on emotions, behavior, and quality of life. In collaboration with physiotherapist Ana Sofia Fernandes, they presented “The Experience of Intimacy in Chronic Pain”, addressing the repercussions of pain on intimacy, sexuality, and affective relationships.
On October 21, the Santarém Municipal Council organized the session “Mental Health in Aging” at the Sá da Bandeira Theater, with the support of ULS Lezíria, Associação Dignitude, FARPA, and r.INseRIR. Psychologist Maria Geada Vieira presented “Self-Care – Promoting Mental Health in Aging”, highlighting the importance of self-care strategies for emotional well-being and healthy aging, including maintaining social relationships, engaging in meaningful activities, and cognitive stimulation.
Participation in these initiatives reinforces the commitment of the ULS Lezíria Psychology Service to promoting health literacy, prevention, and the value of psychological health throughout the life cycle, emphasizing the importance of multidisciplinary work and community collaboration for integrated, person-centered healthcare.
