Investigating Autism Spectrum Disorder through children's literary works

Investigando o Transtorno do Espectro Autista, através de obras literárias infantis

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17765/2176-9206.2025v18e13215

Keywords:

Children's literature, Autism Spectrum Disorder, School inclusion, Child Development, Family acceptance

Abstract

Objective: The objective of this study was to analyze the challenges faced by people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in children's books, the research seeks to inform and give visibility to children with ASD, a theme that has been gaining a lot of notoriety currently. Method: The methodology used in this study consisted of consulting children's books, articles, scientific works, and government booklets published between 2014 and 2024, focusing on the difficulties faced by children with autism spectrum disorder. The main platforms used to obtain data were Kindle, Google Scholar and Scielo. Results: The analysis of literary works aimed at children revealed that literature plays an important role in the appreciation and inclusion of children with ASD. It was observed that several of these works highlight autistic characters, offering representativeness and a view of the experiences and perspectives within the autistic spectrum. In addition, the emphasis on building welcoming environments was highlighted, emphasizing the importance of creating spaces that can provide inclusion and respect for the needs of these children. Conclusion: Therefore, when analyzing these literary works, the importance of children's literature in the construction of appreciation, respect and inclusion of children with autism is observed, especially in school environments.

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Author Biographies

Israel Marques Campos, Universidade Federal do Recôncavo da Bahia

Consultant for International Organizations and Professor of Higher Education. PhD in Education - Federal University of Bahia. Master's degree in the Interdisciplinary and Professional Program of Development and Social Management - Federal University of Bahia. Specialist in Management and Strategies in Creative Industries and Cultures - University of Lisbon. Complementary training in Human Rights by the Network of Strategic and International Studies (NSIS) and Amnesty International Portugal. Interdisciplinary Bachelor in Humanities from the Federal University of Bahia. Member of the Brazilian Network of Education in Human Rights, of the research group HCEL - History of Body Culture, Education, Sport, Leisure and Society/UFBA/CNPQ and of the interinstitutional group LTI Digital - Laboratory of Information Technologies and Sociodigital Inclusion/UFBA/CNPQ. Member of the Brazilian Society for the Advancement of Science (SBPC). He has worked and works in the areas of teaching, research, consulting, advisory and project management in the following themes: education, human rights, social participation, body, popularization of science, technology, innovation, socio-digital inclusion, health, youth, socio-territorial development, and creative economy. For more information: https://www.israelcamposedh.com/.

Brenda Rodrigues Gomes Pereira, Universidade Federal do Recôncavo da Bahia

Graduation in progress in Interdisciplinary Bachelor's Degree in Health with terminal in Nursing (2024.1) from the Federal University of Recôncavo da Bahia (UFRB).

Joise de Almeida dos Santos, Universidade Federal do Recôncavo da Bahia

Undergraduate student in the Interdisciplinary Bachelor's Degree in Health - UFRB.

Kévilly Kérolly Santana Santos, Universidade Federal do Recôncavo da Bahia

Undergraduate student in the Interdisciplinary Bachelor's Degree in Health - UFRB. She has experience in the field of Nutrition.

Larissa Couto dos Santos, Universidade Federal do Recôncavo da Bahia

 Bachelor's student in Health and Nursing at the Federal University of Recôncavo da Bahia (UFRB) and Secretary of the Academic Athletic Association of Nursing.

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Published

2025-11-23

How to Cite

Campos, I. M., Pereira, B. R. G., Santos, J. de A. dos, Santos, K. K. S., & Santos, L. C. dos. (2025). Investigating Autism Spectrum Disorder through children’s literary works: Investigando o Transtorno do Espectro Autista, através de obras literárias infantis . Saúde E Pesquisa, 18, e13215. https://doi.org/10.17765/2176-9206.2025v18e13215

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