Transtorno do espectro do autismo: uma pesquisa documental na educação infantil de Cocal dos Alves

Abstract

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder, it has a genetic basis and as diagnostic criteria the presence of restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior, deficits in social interaction and communication, and these symptoms may appear right at the first infancy. There is currently a large increase in cases around the world, as well as in Brazil. Therefore, the present work aims to carry out documentary research on the diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Early Childhood Education in the city of Cocal dos Alves-PI. The methodology used was documentary research, which sought to analyze, through Bardin's content analysis, the reports of autistic children enrolled in early childhood education in the municipal education network in the municipality of Cocal dos Alves. After analyzing the data, it was possible to construct two main categories: signs and symptoms of ASD and treatment/care. The work made it possible to analyze that diagnostic reports contain signs that are recognized by nationally and internationally recognized manuals. It is hoped that this work will encourage a critical discussion regarding autism in early childhood education in the municipality in question, as well as support actions that can improve these children's access to inclusive early childhood education.