Poremećaji iz spektra autizma i podrška

undergraduate thesis

• Title (english): Autism Spectrum Disorders and Family Support
• Author: Daniela Kedžo
• Mentor: Zdravka Leutar (mentor)
• Committee member: Zdravka Leutar (predsjednik povjerenstva)
• Committee member: Marko Buljevac (član povjerenstva)
• Committee member: Ana Štambuk (član povjerenstva)
• Granter: University of Zagreb; Faculty of Law; (In social work); Zagreb
• Defense date and country: 2025-02-20, Croatia
• Scientific / art field, discipline and subdiscipline: SOCIAL SCIENCES; Social Activities

Abstract

Poremećaji iz spektra autizma (PSA) predstavljaju neurobiološke razvojne poremećaje koji utječu na socijalnu interakciju, komunikaciju i ponašanje osobe. Iako se simptomi PSA mogu značajno razlikovati među pojedincima, zajedničke karakteristike uključuju repetitivna ponašanja i ograničene interese. Poremećaji iz spektra autizma mogu imati različite oblike, od blažih simptoma do ozbiljnih problema u svakodnevnom životu, što zahtijeva individualizirani pristup u dijagnozi i terapiji. Dijagnosticiranje PSA temelji se na kliničkim procjenama, promatranju ponašanja i izvještajima roditelja, a statistički podaci o prevalenciji PSA i dalje variraju zbog različitih čimbenika mjerenja. Obitelji djece s PSA suočavaju se s brojnim izazovima i potrebna im je specifična podrška koja uključuje terapijske intervencije, obrazovne usluge i emocionalnu pomoć. Ovaj rad istražuje osnovne karakteristike PSA, prevalenciju poremećaja, čimbenike koji utječu na njegovu dijagnozu i razvoj te važnost podrške obitelji. Također, razmatraju se čimbenici za poboljšanje podrške koji mogu pomoći u ublažavanju stresa roditelja i poboljšanju kvalitete života osoba s autizmom.

Abstract (english)

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are neurobiological developmental disorders that affect social interaction, communication, and behavior. Although the symptoms of ASD can vary significantly among individuals, common characteristics include repetitive behaviors and restricted interests. Autism spectrum disorders can manifest in various forms, from milder symptoms to severe challenges in daily life, requiring an individualized approach to diagnosis and therapy. The diagnosis of ASD is based on clinical assessments, behavioral observations, and reports from parents, while statistical data on the prevalence of ASD still varies due to different measurement factors. Families of children with ASD face numerous challenges and require specific support, which includes therapeutic interventions, educational services, and emotional assistance. This paper explores the basic characteristics of ASD, the prevalence of the disorder, factors influencing its diagnosis and development, and the importance of family support. Additionally, it examines factors that could improve support, helping to alleviate parental stress and enhance the quality of life for individuals with autism.

• Keywords: poremećaji iz spektra autizma; prevalencija; dijagnoza; terapijske intervencije; podrška obitelji; razvojni poremećaji
• Keywords (english): Autism Spectrum Disorders; prevalence; diagnosis; therapeutic interventions; family support; developmental disorders
• Language: croatian
• URN:NBN: urn:nbn:hr:199:439821
• Study programme: Title: Social Work; Study programme type: university; Study level: undergraduate; Academic / professional title: sveučilišni prvostupnik/prvostupnica socijalnog rada (sveučilišni prvostupnik/prvostupnica socijalnog rada)
• Type of resource: Text
• File origin: Born digital
• Access conditions: Open access
• Created on: 2025-03-03 07:48:51