Abstract
This article aims to present affective indicators and the psychosocial implications of the context of threats of space expropriation experienced by residents of a community in Fortaleza, Ceará. This is a qualitative research, carried out with 17 residents, using semi-structured interviews to gather information; and content analysis for data processing. Based on Environmental Psychology and Social Psychology, changes in daily life are discussed; and affects and psychosocial implications. As disempowering elements, internal conflict between residents, sale of the community (expropriation), demolition of houses and sad feelings were identified; as for the enhancers, integration among residents, housing themselves (staying), moments of entertainment and feelings that rejoice were highlighted.
Keywords:
Affection; Expropriation of space; Community; Social Psychology; Ethical-political suffering