Incidencia del juicio social en el estado emocional de los cuidadores de niños quemados en un Hospital Infantil.

Abstract

This study analyzes the incidence of social judgment on the emotional status of caregivers of burned children hospitalized in a pediatric hospital. Through a qualitative approach, the research explores caregivers emotional experiences during the hospitalization process, highlighting feelings of guilt, anxiety, fear, sadness and the social stigma associated with burn injuries. The findings reveal that caregivers often experience emotional overload and perceive a lack of psychological support within the hospital setting. The integration of theoretical frameworks, empirical findings, and clinical practice underscores the need for interventions that address caregivers emotional needs in highly vulnerable pediatric hospital care environments. Based on the results, group therapy is recommended as an effective therapeutic strategy, as it fosters emotional containment, shared vulnerability, and mutual support among caregivers. Group interventions may enhance coping strategies, reduce feelings of isolation, and strengthen emotional well-being, contributing to a more comprehensive and effective therapeutic approach within pediatric hospital care.