드라마를 통해 본 청년기 자폐성 장애인의 삶 연구

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to examine the developmental tasks and problems of inclusion of young adults with autism, which are reproduced in the drama Extraordinary attorney Woo. And to clarify their significance and limitations, and to meet the life cycle of young adults with autistic spectrum disability, through comparison with reality. It is to seek disability policies and support measures that can aim for inclusion. In order to view the lives of young adults with autistic spectrum disability in the drama Youngwoo Woo, this study approached from a convergent perspective of cultural studies and disability studies, and after analyzing the contents of the drama, the analysis results were critically evaluated. The main character of the drama Youngwoo Woo is a person with autistic spectrum disability who successfully completes the young adults development tasks of work, love, and independent living through meaningful communication with the people around her during her young adults, which can be an important starting point for inclusion into society. In addition, the drama Youngwoo Woo draws attention in that it raises the need for inclusion, emphasizing that Korean society is a space where not only people with autistic spectrum disability, but also people with diversity who are discriminated against by another form of prejudice live together. However, the fantasy of these dramas is far from reality. In reality, the problems of achievement of development tasks and inclusion of people with autistic spectrum disability should be recognized as important, and support for appropriate social systems and programs considering diversity and difference should be sought.