DESENVOLVIMENTO E APLICAÇÃO DE TECNOLOGIAS ASSISTIVAS PARA CRIANÇAS COM TRANSTORNO DO ESPECTRO DO AUTISTA: O IMPACTO DOS APLICATIVOS NA COMUNICAÇÃO E APRENDIZAGEM

Abstract

Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that primarily affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. With the significant increase in diagnoses in recent years, the search for resources that contribute to the inclusion and development of children with autism has become an urgent need. In this context, assistive technologies—especially apps— emerge as promising tools to support the communication and learning of these individuals, offering personalized and interactive alternatives that respect their unique characteristics. The objective of this study was to analyze how assistive apps impact the communication and learning of children with ASD, based on the development and application of solutions in the field of Information Systems. The methodology used was a literature review, based on scientific articles, theses, dissertations, and case studies published in the last five years. The selection of materials considered criteria such as relevance to the topic, recency, accessibility, and academic rigor. The databases used included Scielo, Google Scholar, BVS, and IEEE Xplore. The results indicate that assistive applications, when well-structured, can promote significant advances in the communication of children with ASD, primarily through the use of images, sounds, and interactive routines. Therefore, the role of information systems professionals in developing technological solutions that are more accessible and better aligned with the actual needs of children and their families is particularly important.