Adulthood

Being an adult with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) presents numerous challenges in all aspects of life. These range from gaps in education and employment, difficulties in personal relationships, and the presence of other mental or physical health conditions, to motherhood, raising children, and even social discrimination and stigma, among others. In this session, we aim to answer the main questions that individuals with ASD, their families, and others may have about what it means to be an adult with ASD. Send us your questions!

The transition from adolescence to adulthood for someone with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is critical due to the new life situations they must face. This is a crucial period in life where the disorder can interfere with interpersonal relationships, which become more complex, as well as with work, education, and the responsibilities inherent in adulthood. Managing frustration, impulsivity, and disorganization can be key to achieving the life goals these individuals set for themselves as they leave adolescence behind. In this session, we aim to address the main questions surrounding the transition from adolescence to adulthood for people with ADHD.

Eating disorders (EDs) don't only affect teenagers. They can appear at any point in life, and it's important to detect them and receive appropriate professional help. Furthermore, it's not true that the symptoms or distress associated with these disorders disappear with age. Therefore, it's essential that both those affected and their families are attentive to signs of relapse or any suspicion of an emerging ED, regardless of the person's age. In this session, we'll focus on eating disorders in adulthood, answering all your questions.