Instituto de desenvolvimento do espectro autista: perfil epidemiológico infantil

Abstract

Epidemiological data are essential for a better characterization of patients diagnosed with any pathology. In the present study, we emphasized the importance of convergent epidemiological data on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The study was based on a data survey of children attending the Instituto do Desenvolvimento do Espectro Autista (Institute for the Development of the Autistic Spectrum), located in the city of Maringá, PR. The analysis of the results was performed through descriptive statistics, constructing tables and descriptive measures in which were added inferences according to the literature. The epidemiological profile of the sample consists of individuals which had a major prevalence of males, age group in a range of 2-3 years, with confirmed ASD diagnoses. In relation to the practice of complementary therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and psychotherapy were prevalent. Children that had psychopharmacological drugs ministraded were prevalent in the consumption of risperidone to control stereotyping. The data found in line with the specialized literature. Early diagnosis and intervention are fundamental for neuropsychomotor development, bringing gains on health and in the quality of life of the children with ASD.