The establishment of a recently inaugurated health unit on the outskirts of Natal RN, Brazil, is analyzed by outlining the problems and difficulties, identified and discussed with professionals of four health teams working at the unit. A space of joint construction of knowledge has been introduced by participant observation, direct dialogue and focal groups with team members. Through the perspective a social psychology, considered as critical and self-critical reflective tool with regard to the symbolic structure of health practices, the activities and positioning concerning dilemmas and difficulties faced by health professionals in their daily work will be shown. Interdependency network involved will be thus highlighted. A better comprehension on the complexity that involves primary health care in Brazil and alternative possibilities of action in the field are expected through current contribution.
Family health program; establishment; interface between Social Psychology and Health
