Autism is a congenital developmental disorder in which information is processed differently in the brain than in most people. Autism therapy focuses on providing appropriate support and treatment, tailored to the unique needs of each individual. In the Netherlands, approximately 1% of the population has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which amounts to approximately 200,000 people.
Autism spectrum disorder is diagnosed more often in men than in women. Within autism therapy, it is increasingly recognized that autism often presents differently in women. Many women develop strong social adaptation skills and learn to adapt to their environment from an early age. This can mask autism, leading to later recognition and delayed access to appropriate autism therapy and support.
De exacte oorzaak van autisme is nog niet volledig bekend. Binnen de autisme therapie wordt erkend dat erfelijke factoren een belangrijke rol spelen, terwijl omgevingsfactoren ook invloed kunnen hebben op de ontwikkeling van de autismespectrumstoornis (ASS).
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a lifelong condition that impacts multiple areas of daily life, such as work, relationships, emotional well-being, and overall functioning. Autism therapy addresses these challenges, as people with ASD have an increased risk of developing mood disorders or anxiety. Appropriate therapeutic support can help strengthen coping skills, emotional balance, and quality of life.
Mensen met een autismespectrumstoornis (ASS) ervaren vaak moeite met het aangaan of onderhouden van sociaal contact. Het herkennen van emoties bij anderen of het zelf initiëren van interactie kan uitdagend zijn, terwijl de behoefte aan verbinding en contact wel degelijk aanwezig is.
Veel mensen met autisme hebben behoefte aan structuur en voorspelbaarheid. Zij houden zich graag aan vaste routines en kunnen zich sterk verdiepen in specifieke onderwerpen of interesses. Veranderingen in deze patronen kunnen spanning of stress veroorzaken.
Autism cannot be cured , but appropriate autism therapy can help individuals better understand and manage their characteristics, enabling them to gain greater control over daily life. At GGZ Novus, treatment focuses on strengthening self-awareness, improving self-regulation, and developing practical skills to support everyday functioning. Our experienced therapists specialize in autism and provide care that is carefully tailored to each individual’s needs and circumstances.
The goal of our treatment is for clients with autism to learn to better deal with stimuli, emotions and social situations, so that they can function as independently as possible and experience more balance and peace in their lives.