Abstract
This study aims to analyze the meanings that individuals give to collective activities performed at a Family Health Unit in Rio de Janeiro. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with participants and systematic observation of the three different groups. Information was processed by adapting the analysis of thematic content with the support of the interpretative perspective. Were identified three analytical categories in the interviewees' speech, namely: "Biological dimension", "Psycho-affective dimension" and "Educational dimension". Interpersonal exchanges were processed mainly by reflection from the subjects' life experience, which allowed for a different approach to the care needs of users based on the reception provided by the collective and the bonds built. The results demonstrate that the approaches of group can transform biomedical hegemonic model of health practices.
Keywords:
Primary Health Care; Health Promotion; Health Education, Family and Community Medicine