La importancia del acompañamiento psicológico en madres de niños autistas.

Abstract

The aim of this research is to examine the relevance of psychological support for mothers of autistic children through bibliographic reviews and interviews in order to develop principles to guide interventions aimed at such mothers. To do so, it is necessary to achieve a characterization of how autism is seen from different medical-psychiatric and psychoanalytic perspectives, aimed at a better understanding of the diagnosis, as well as the response modes that mothers may have when their child is presented with this diagnosis and from this, identify what changes arise as a result of psychological support in these mothers. This is done through a qualitative approach, using the interpretive paradigm aimed at the personal and individual aspects of each mother, using semi-structured interviews and a bank of questions for mothers of children with autism. It was found that psychological support was essential for mothers of children with autism, helping them to cope with the emotional impact of the diagnosis. Through therapy, these mothers were able to confront and work through unconscious fantasies and expectations about the ideal child, facing the grief necessary to accept the reality of their child with autism. This process allowed them to work through their own anxieties and frustrations, which facilitated a greater understanding and acceptance of their children's uniqueness. In addition, the support helped the mothers to rediscover their own desire and to redefine their role in parenting, moving away from guilt and social demands.