La función de la escucha en la clínica, desde la teoría psicoanalítica, y su incidencia en la calidad de vida de adultos mayores, en situación de desvinculación familiar, acogidos en una Institución Gerontológica de la ciudad de Esmeraldas.

Abstract

The objective of this research is to encourage listening in the clinic with institutionalized older adults, in order to enable ways for that the desire and the subjective position are not consumed by the effect that arises from the lack of family ties. This qualitative approach research is made up of a bibliographical part referenced in psychoanalytic theory, and another, abstracted from the experience in pre-professional practices in a Gerontological Institution, through the analysis of case studies obtained from the application of interviews and data sheets observation. It is concluded that the function of listening in the clinic promotes the comprehensive well-being of older adults, promoting their quality of life.