For a sustainable lifestyle: special pedagogy and medicine in dialogue for care in proximity welfare

Abstract This contribution reflects on the necessity of reconceptualizing health policies to prioritize a person-centered, integrated model of care that enhances the quality of life for individuals, particularly those with dis abilities. Emphasizing the importance of individual involvement, the text advocates for coherent political and social interventions that create the essential conditions for health. It calls for a humanized approach to healthcare, focusing on support and therapeutic education that em power patients and their families to engage actively in their treatment. The discourse highlights the need to understand health from a holistic perspective, integrating biological, psychological, and social dimensions while fostering sustainable lifestyles through community-centered health promotion initiatives. By addressing the complex interrelation ships among individuals, environments, and societies, the piece aims to develop personalized projects that facilitate early intervention and the cultivation of self-efficacy. Ultimately, the contribution underscores the imperative of a paradigm shift from a biomedical model to a biopsy chosocial framework that respects individual dignity and encourages active participation in health management.