ABSTRACT
Objective:
to analyze the effects of LEGO® therapy as an intervention for autism spectrum disorder through an integrative literature review.
Methods:
the study included a search of electronic databases, and nine empirical studies and three books, detailing the intervention method, were selected.
Results:
the studies identified quantifiable improvements in social behavior and language/communication after LEGO® therapy.
Conclusion:
LEGO® therapy is an intervention that favors motivation, interaction, and teamwork using a material that allows a variety of strategies, which have shown proven positive effects on the development of children with ASD.
Keywords:
Children's Language; Autism Spectrum Disorder, Neuropsychology; Social skills