SOCIAL REPRESENTATIONS OF BLACK PREGNANT WOMEN ABOUT OBSTETRIC VIOLENCE
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Objective: To analyze the social representations of black pregnant women about obstetric violence. Methods: A qualitative study was conducted with 12 pregnant women in two Family Health Units in southern Bahia between October and November 2023. Data were collected through physical medical records and semi-structured interviews, and analyzed using simple descriptive statistics and thematic content technique proposed by Bardin. Results: It is noted that the concept of obstetric violence among black pregnant women is limited, since it summarizes this social phenomenon to the specific moment of childbirth. The actions characterized as obstetric violence, committed by health professionals, are revealed by aggressive, unnecessary and unscientific management or physical conduct, as well as by psychological abuse and negligence, especially attributed to skin color. Conclusion: It is concluded that the orientation of pregnant women during prenatal care about their rights is essential for the prevention of obstetric violence.
Keywords: Social representation. Pregnant women. Black population. Obstetric violence.
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