Transtorno do Espectro Autista e os Desafios da Inclusão no Mercado de Trabalho

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to analyze research related to the inclusion of people with Autism Spectrum Disorder in the job market, using bibliographic and documentary research as methodology. Autism is considered a disorder that causes persistent deficits in social communication and social interaction, restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior, interests or activities, with the presence of symptoms appearing at an early age and in social contexts and these symptoms together should limit the child's functionality. The research results show that despite being a widely discussed topic recently, few studies have been carried out on the job market and the disorder. We also conclude that it is necessary to expand public policies in this area, in addition to raising awareness among employers, access to information about the specificities of autism, knowledge about the rights of these people, to minimize prejudices, preconceptions and discrimination and, thus, guarantee the fulfillment of their social rights, their participation in society, independence and autonomy.