60 ANOS DE PSICOLOGIA NO BRASIL

Summary

This video highlights the 60-year history of psychology's regulation in Brazil, detailing its evolution through three key periods: the pre-professional period (19th century-early 20th century), the professionalization period (1962-1975), and the professional period (1987-present). It covers key events such as the publication of the first psychology book, the establishment of the first professional code of ethics, and the creation of psychology courses. The video also explores psychology's current state, with over 426,000 professionals and growing, alongside its significant role in mental health and society, especially during times of crisis like the recent pandemic.

Takeaways

• 😀 Psychology in Brazil celebrates 60 years of professional regulation on August 27, 2025.
• 😀 Psychology's journey in Brazil has been gradual, with the profession considered a 'newborn' compared to fields like medicine and mathematics.
• 😀 The professionalization of psychology occurred in three stages: pre-professional, professional, and current professional periods.
• 😀 The pre-professional period began in the 19th century, when psychology was studied as a discipline of medicine, with minimal structure or regulation.
• 😀 In 1962, Law 4119 officially regulated psychology as a profession in Brazil, marking the beginning of its formal establishment.
• 😀 The 1950s saw the creation of key psychology institutions and events, including the first psychology congress and the founding of the Brazilian Association of Psychologists.
• 😀 In the 1960s, further milestones occurred, such as the creation of the first master's degree in psychology in 1966 and the establishment of the Federal Council of Psychology in 1971.
• 😀 In 1975, the first professional code of ethics for psychologists was introduced, focusing on human rights and dignity.
• 😀 The second code of ethics, inspired by the UN's Universal Declaration of Human Rights, was created in 1987, guiding the profession into its modern form.
• 😀 Today, there are more than 426,000 psychologists in Brazil, with a significant majority being female. São Paulo holds the largest number of registered professionals, comprising a quarter of the total.

Q & A

What milestone is psychology celebrating in Brazil this year?

Psychology is celebrating its 60th year of regulation in Brazil, with the milestone occurring on August 27th, 2025.

How does the history of psychology in Brazil compare to other professions like medicine or mathematics?

Psychology is considered a relatively new profession in Brazil. Unlike medicine or mathematics, psychology is still in its early stages of development, akin to a 'newborn baby learning to crawl.'

What are the three key periods in the professionalization of psychology in Brazil?

The three key periods are: 1) The pre-professional period, where psychology was considered part of medicine and lacked formal structure; 2) The professionalization period, which occurred between the late 19th century and 1962, during which psychology began organizing as a separate profession; and 3) The current professional period, beginning in 1987, where psychology has an established methodology, object of study, and various areas of professional practice.

What significant events occurred during the pre-professional period of psychology in Brazil?

Important events during the pre-professional period include the publication of the first book on psychology in Portuguese in 1853 by Ferreira França, the introduction of laws regarding mental health in 1890, and the introduction of psychology as a subject in normal schools in 1921.

What event marked the beginning of psychology as a regulated profession in Brazil?

The beginning of psychology as a regulated profession in Brazil was marked by the approval of Law 4119 on August 27, 1962, which officially regulated the profession.

What role did the 1950s play in the development of psychology in Brazil?

The 1950s were crucial for the expansion of psychology in Brazil. Several psychology institutes were created, the first Psychology Congress took place in 1953, and the Brazilian Association of Psychologists was established in 1954.

How did the creation of the Federal Council of Psychology in 1971 impact the profession?

The creation of the Federal Council of Psychology in 1971 helped establish greater organization and oversight within the profession, as well as the formation of regional councils across Brazil.

What were the key values emphasized in the first and second codes of ethics for psychologists?

Both the first and second codes of ethics for psychologists emphasized respect for human rights, mental health care, and the dignity of individuals. The second code, created in 1987, was notably inspired by the United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

What was the anti-asylum struggle, and how did psychology contribute to it?

The anti-asylum struggle aimed to promote more humane treatment for people with mental illness, opposing arbitrary hospitalizations and mistreatment. Psychology played a significant role in advocating for these rights and contributed to the establishment of the National Day of the Anti-Asylum Struggle in 2001.

What are some statistics about the psychology profession in Brazil today?

As of August 2022, Brazil has over 426,000 registered psychology professionals, with more than 85% being female. The state with the fewest registered psychologists is Acre, while São Paulo has the largest number with over 121,000 professionals.