Centro arquitectónico para la prevención y atención de patologías mentales en Arauca.

Abstract

In this project we will address the sensory architecture as an appropriate treatment to implement for people with post armed conflict sequels in Arauca Colombia. At national level the armed conflict has been affecting thousands of people in different areas of the country, this social problem should be treated as soon as possible because this population is vulnerable to present mental illnesses such as: depression, post traumatic stress, phobia, anxiety, mood, alcohol consumption and suicide risk

It is proposed to address this problem from an architectural approach, through the design of a spatial project that provides an effective response to the requirements of the impacted population.

Through the application of sensory architecture, a therapeutic environment that favors the treatment and social integration of patients is proposed, through design guidelines such as: color, sound, lighting, textures, etc., an optimal physical space design is proposed in order to contribute to the improvement and welfare of the psychologically affected population. Arauca is the second city in the country with a high rate of people suffering from intentionally self-inflicted injuries (suicide), a consequence of the armed conflict in that territory.