A IMPORTÂNCIA DA ACEITAÇÃO DO DIAGNÓSTICO PARA O DESENVOLVIMENTO DA CRIANÇA AUTISTA

Abstract

The present study aims to investigate the damages to the development of individuals with autism due to the family's difficulty in accepting the diagnosis. The research highlights the importance of the family in the individual's development and how it can act as a support for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), such as children with autism. Parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often face feelings of fear, guilt, and anguish that can interfere with their psychological aspect, as well as face prejudices and discriminations for having a "strange child" at home. Therefore, it is essential that the family recognizes the diagnosis and seeks the necessary care for the autistic child, minimizing the damage to their development process. The research used a bibliographic methodology, with information collected through searches for articles on Google Scholar and books by authors who contribute to the formation of this article. The chosen theme is justified by the concern of many parents with children diagnosed with autism, who often feel lost, excluded, and unsure of what to do, as well as to meet the high demand of parents who receive this diagnosis.