Representaciones sociales frente a la discapacidad física adquirida en combate, experiencia de un familiar

Abstract

Objective. This investigation has met the social representations of a family in which a man belonged to the armed forces, regarding the situation of the physical disability acquired in the lower status in the city of Santiago de Cali, through the conceptualization, declaration and explanation. Methodology. A qualitative research based on a case study from a semi-structured interview. Results. It was identified how from the situation of the physical disability acquired by a soldier, changes were generated within their family, structural and economic relationships; as well as from this situation, the bonds of brotherhood and the concept of disability were strengthened. It was also possible to highlight the lack of academic information that exists regarding disability in the military, former soldiers and their families since only institutions reserve this information. Conclusions. In this study, positive social representations were created in the face of disability; since having family support, a good economy and time, for the care of the subject in a situation of disability, reinforces and contributes to rehabilitation. Also by maintaining strong links with their main environment, which generates confidence and autonomy for the inclusion of the subject in society.