A INFLUÊNCIA DOS MITOS NA FAMILIA: UMA REFLEXÃO COM VISTAS A UM CUIDADO CONGRUENTE NO PROGRAMA SAÚDE DA FAMÍLIA

This is a reflection about the presence and influence of myths on one’s life. Understanding myths is essential to one’s understanding of his/her history, culture, beliefs and values. This study approaches myths influence and power on family; focusing its importance and action on adolescent’s behavior that many times results in premature pregnancy. It indicates the nurse’s necessity to know and to discuss the familiar myths. This can help to understand families relations and their necessity and expectance, that allows planning and take efficient actions towards the family.