NEUROPLASTICIDADE E INTERVENÇÃO PSICOLÓGICA NO PÓS-AVC

Abstract

This study investigates the importance of psychological support in the rehabilitation of post-stroke patients, considering neuroplasticity as a central mechanism for functional and cognitive recovery.The research aims to highlight the effectiveness of psychological interventions, particularly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), in promoting neural reorganization, the restoration of cognitive abilities, and the improvement of patients’ quality of life. It is grounded in the academic and clinicalrelevance of the topic, integrating knowledge from neuroscience and psychology to enhance humanized and multidisciplinary rehabilitation strategies. The adopted methodology was a qualitative literature review, analyzing 25 selected studies that address neuroplasticity, psychological interventions, and evidence of therapeutic efficacy. The results demonstrate that psychological support enhances neuroplasticity through the restructuring of thought patterns, emotional regulation, and motivation stimulation, fostering greater adherence to therapies and integration between body and mind. It was found that early and continuous interventions significantly contribute to cortical reorganization, the formation of new synaptic connections, and adaptation to post-stroke limitations. The study concludes that psychological support is an essential component in post-stroke rehabilitation, acting as a mediator of emotional, cognitive, and neurobiological processes, and promoting functional recovery and social reintegration of patients.