Parents' Perception of Therapy and Education for Autistic Children

ABSTRACT: Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) often represent for parents a confusing situation, creating changes in both the dynamics of the interfamily relationships and the family’s relationships with society in general. The path to understanding autism and managing the issues it generates can be challenging, often testing parents’ coping mechanisms. This paper emphasizes the necessity of qualitative inclusive education and consistent therapeutic interventions, which are among the main concerns of parents with autistic children. Additionally, the paper aims to highlight the main facilitating factors and obstacles that interfere with the socio-educational integration of children with special educational needs, proposing several strategies for improvement. KEYWORDS: autism spectrum disorders, parents of the autistic children, facilitator factors, inclusive education, therapy