INCLUSION OF CHILDREN WITH DOWN SYNDROME: A THEORETICAL ESSAY ON THE IMPORTANCE OF THE FAMILY-SCHOOL RELATIONSHIP

Abstract

Faced with the theme of inclusion, affects the importance of the family-school relationship are relevant with regard to the socialization of children with Down syndrome. In this perspective, this essay had as its main objective to explore the scientific literature about the challenges faced by parents, family and teachers in the process of inclusion of children with Down Syndrome. Specifically, the necessary proportion was sought on the importance of community awareness and collaboration to change the paradigm of inclusion. For this purpose, scientific articles, books and academic papers found in the Google Scholar database were selected, without period limitation, based on the following keywords: People with disabilities; Down's syndrome; Inclusion; History of people with disabilities; Diagnosis of a child with a disability and; Family-School Relationship. Among the main factors that influence the inclusion process of children with Down Syndrome, the feelings, beliefs and stigmas of parents, family members, school professionals and society about the child's ability to deal with other people and learn stand out, the lack of family support and the lack of support / guidance from an interdisciplinary team. The inclusion of people with disabilities still faces barriers and challenges that need to be overcome, however, through the active participation of the scientific community and political-social movements, changes have been noticed in this scenario.