A arte de cuidar: significados sobre o uso da música na atuação profissional da APAE

Abstract

This study aimed to understand the meanings attributed to the use of music by professionals at a local APAE unit. To achieve this, four professionals who incorporate music into their practices, despite lacking formal musical training, were selected. Cultural Semiotic Psychology served as the theoretical foundation of the study. Data collection involved semi-structured interviews to identify and analyze the meanings attributed to music, along with a document analysis to assess the alignment of these perceptions with institutional guidelines. The results indicate that music is integrated into professional practices in multiple ways, both in education and health promotion. The main meanings attributed to music include its role as a promoter of social interaction, a pedagogical resource, entertainment, a tool for sensory stimulation, an emotional regulator, a psychotherapeutic resource, a facilitator of speech development, a mediator in the therapeutic bonding process, and a multidimensional therapeutic intervention tool. The findings reinforce that, although the meanings attributed to music by APAE professionals align with their practices, the lack of technical training limits its use, highlighting the importance of a qualified professional to maximize its benefits.