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Q&A

Familiar

Often, families of people affected by anorexia or bulimia nervosa arrive at the start of treatment feeling very disoriented and exhausted.

Sensitization

Unfortunately, half of all children with autism spectrum disorder experience bullying at some point in their lives, according to international studies. Without a doubt, there must be zero tolerance for this.

Asperger's Syndrome

Currently, according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), both disorders are included within the autism spectrum disorder .

How to live with...

Yes, it is highly recommended. Leisure and free-time activities play a vital role in the development of all people, providing physical and emotional well-being and constituting a fundamental right.

Myths

The rejection of physical contact is one of the myths surrounding autism spectrum disorder. Autism is often associated with people who are not affectionate, when in reality this is not the case.

Diagnosis

These types of tests are not necessary to diagnose autism. They can be useful or important in some cases to identify the cause of the disorder, for genetic counseling, or to determine comorbidities.