Estudo da relação pessoa-ambiente no processo de desenvolvimento de crianças com TEA: um estudo de caso na ADEFAL

Abstract

The present study aimed to analyze the section dedicated to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) at the Association of People with Physical Disabilities of Alagoas (ADEFAL), identifying the physical and spatial aspects of the environments used for therapies for children and adolescents with ASD. Furthermore, this research is justified by the need to understand how these environments contribute to the development of children with autism. Understanding the factors that either enhance or limit this development can support the formulation of more effective pedagogical and therapeutic practices, as well as inform public policies focused on inclusion and child health. For this purpose, the chosen methodology was the Ergonomic Methodology for the Built Environment (MEAC), which seeks to analyze various variables that compose a system and interact with each other, influencing users' daily lives and overall comfort. The selection of this methodology was based on the active participation of the study subjects throughout the process. By comparing the data collected during the physical and cognitive analysis phases, two outputs were generated: the ergonomic diagnosis and the ergonomic recommendations for the studied environment. From this perspective, it was identified that the environments used during treatment sessions at ADEFAL have positive aspects, such as the use of neutral colors on floors, ceilings, and walls, as well as a comfortable temperature. However, there are still challenges to address, including the absence of rubber flooring in some rooms and excessive lighting.