Psychologists are demanding the "mandatory and permanent" integration in medical boards, arguing that this should be a regular practice and not occasional. The goal is to ensure that psychological assessment is considered systematically in all evaluative processes.
A petition was presented for this purpose, arguing that it is necessary to evaluate in a specialized way the psychological functioning and clinical evolution of users. The petition also highlights the importance of evaluating existing limitations and their impact on the autonomy and life of people.
The professionals want to bring this issue to Parliament, seeking political support to implement this demand. The initiative comes following longstanding claims from the psychology profession regarding their participation in medical boards.
The defenders of this cause argue that the presence of psychologists in medical boards would allow a more complete and integrated evaluation of users, considering all aspects that influence their condition and functional capacity.
