Health education: Health intervention models from critical pedagogy

Abstract

This article addresses Health Education in Latin America, evaluating traditional and emerging health intervention models from a critical perspective. It examines classical approaches and new proposals, highlighting the limitations of traditional models in engaging the community. The transformative potential of critical pedagogy and popular education is presented, emphasizing their ability to generate social changes. The analysis focuses on the application of these models in healthcare and health promotion contexts in Latin America, emphasizing their impact on community involvement and behavior change. The crucial role of critical pedagogy in health is emphasized as an approach that challenges underlying structures and promotes equity. Challenges in its implementation are identified, and its potential to empower communities and improve perceptions and health statuses is highlighted, offering a critical perspective that transcends established paradigms.