What is autism?
Autism is a life condition, the causes of which are unknown, although it is believed in the existence of a genetic factor associated with an environmental component. Autism affects social interaction to a greater or lesser extent through communication, behavior, language and sensory integration of people.
Autism is not a disease, people who live with it have a different way of interpreting the words, colors, shapes and sounds of the world around us. With personalized and specialized therapeutic treatment, it is possible to increase the quality of life. .
When is Autism Day?
April 2 marks World Autism Awareness Day.
Why is it celebrated?
According to the United Nations, this day is commemorated with the objective of reaffirming and promoting the full realization of all human rights and fundamental freedoms of autistic people on equal terms with others.