Fatores psicossociais relacionados à saúde mental e qualidade de vida de recém-formados em psicologia

Abstract

The transition from academic training to professional practice represents a period of intense change for newly graduated psychologists, marked by personal, emotional, and institutional challenges that can directly affect their mental health and quality of life. This study aimed to analyze the main psychosocial factors related to this process, identifying risk and protective elements, as well as coping strategies used to maintain well-being. The research, which was mixed, exploratory, and cross-sectional in nature, was conducted with psychologists who graduated between 2023 and 2025 at a university in southern Brazil. Data were collected using the Quality of Life Scale (WHOQOL-100) and semi-structured interviews, with quantitative information processed using IBM SPSS Statistics software and qualitative information examined through thematic content analysis. The results showed that, although most participants reported overall satisfaction with life, difficulties associated with work overload, professional insecurity, and insufficient practical preparation during graduation persist. On the other hand, social support, regular self-care practices, and investment in continuing education emerged as important protective factors. As an applied outcome of the research, technical products were developed, consisting of a psychoeducational booklet and an extension course, focusing on promoting mental health and quality of life for newly graduated psychologists, aiming to support prevention, self-care, and institutional support strategies during the transition to the job market. It is concluded that the strengthening of institutional policies and programs aimed at promoting mental health contributes to a healthier professional integration and to the ethical, sustainable, and humanized practice of psychology. [resumo fornecido pelo autor]