Role of the family in the care of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: An indissoluble nexus

Abstract

Introduction. The arrival of a child in the family is a reason for great happiness; But when the child is born with some type of disability, multiple concerns, challenges and uncertainties are generated that are difficult to resolve early. In the case of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, due to their characteristics, together with their parents' ignorance, it is very complex to attend to them properly Objective. Develop a System of Workshops for the guidance, counseling and support of parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, included in Higher Basic Education. Methodology. The research followed a mixed, descriptive, field approach, with the use of theoretical and empirical methods and techniques such as the survey, interview and documentary review. The sample under study consisted of 4 students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, from two Educational Institutions in the North of the City of Guayaquil. Results. 1. Through the bibliographic review, the importance of the role of the family in the processes of care and educational inclusion of cases with Autism Spectrum Disorders is systematized, highlighting the indissoluble link between the family component and the processes of educational inclusion. 2. A System of 15 Workshops is provided, containing guidelines for the advice and support of parents with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders included in Basic Education. Conclusions. The care and inclusion of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders continues to constitute a great challenge for both the family and educational environment, the solution lies in achieving harmony between the role of the family and the educational institution that receives it; This implies guiding and advising families in a timely manner so that they can offer favorable levels of support to their children and maintain the link between them, school and home.