Lucy Matsayi Aji
Taraba State University, NigeriaPresentation Title:
Psychosocial Care
Abstract
Psychosocial care is a multidimensional approach that involves addressing the emotional, social, and spiritual needs of individuals to promote their mental health and well-being. Individuals who are experiencing psychological or emotional distress may have a variety of needs related to their emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. It's important to recognize that everyone's needs are unique and may change over time. This type of care aims to promote the individual's mental health and well-being by addressing the psychological and social factors that may contribute to their distress and by helping them, develop coping skills and strategies to manage their emotions and behaviors. Psychosocial care can be provided by a variety of healthcare professionals, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, counselors, and nurses, among others. It can take many forms, such as individual or group therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, art therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and support groups. Both individual and group therapies can be effective in treating mental health conditions, and the choice of which to use may depend on a variety of factors, including the specific condition being treated, the individual's preferences, and the therapist's recommendation. Individual therapy can be tailored to address specific issues that the individual is experiencing, such as trauma, anxiety, or depression. Group therapy involves working with a therapist and a group of people who are experiencing similar issues or conditions. Psychosocial care plays a vital role in promoting the overall well-being and mental health of individuals. It encompasses a range of interventions and support services aimed at addressing the psychological and social aspects of a person's life. Based on the available knowledge up until September 2021, it is evident that psychosocial care is crucial in various contexts, including healthcare, disaster response, and humanitarian aid. The ultimate goal of psychosocial care is to help individuals regain a sense of control and meaning in their lives, enhance their quality of life, and improve their overall mental health and well-being.
Biography
Lucy Matsayi Aji studied guidance and counselling at Taraba State University, Jalingo. She has been working as a counsellor and a lecturer in the formation of counsellors, occupational therapists and teachers since 2012. She has been doing scientific work and has published over twenty articles and some book chapters about psychological wellbeing, psychological and sociological adjustment, psychosocial factors, psychosocial care, social media addiction, academic achievement, counselling services, therapies, sexual harassment, coping strategies among other since 2017. A speaker at difference international conferences among which includes, Mental Health International Congress with a theme: From Resilience to Recovery May 04-05, 2023, 2nd Global Virtual Summit on Chemistry & Pharmaceutical Chemistry March 06-07, 2023 Plenary Speaker. She is a reviewer with an International Јoᴜrnal of Psychological and Brain Sciences (IJPBS). She belongs to some registration bodies which include the Teachers Registration of Nigeria and Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON), and presently she is the secretary general for Taraba State chapter of Counselling Association of Nigeria.