A Study on The Young Adults Life of People with Autistic Spectrum Disability through Drama: Focusing on Extraordinary attorney Woo

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.

The Impacts of Drama <i>Extraordinary Attorney Woo</i> on the Autistic Spectrum Disability Awareness Using Big Data Analysis

“…She is portrayed as an included member of society, undergoing growth and development by achieving developmental milestones, much like individuals without disabilities, during their young adult life. This portrayal has significantly contributed to enhancing society's comprehension of ASD 6) .…”

“…Additionally, this protagonist played a pivotal role in changing conventional portrayals of disabled people and reshaping public perceptions of disabilities. Nonetheless, these studies criticized drama for perpetuating specific stereotypes related to persons with autistic spectrum disabilities and for presenting a romanticized version of reality [6][7][8] . These studies have yielded significant findings by shedding light on the representation of disability in the popular Korean drama, Extraordinary Attorney Woo, which has substantial societal influence.…”