Neurodiversity services in Girona

It's estimated that 15-20% of the global population is neurodivergent. Girona's population is around 100,000, which implies there are 15 to 20,000 people Girona who are neurodivergent.

Neurodivergence includes:

• ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
• Dyslexia
• Autism (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
• Developmental Coordination Disorder (also known as dyspraxia)
• Dyscalculia
• Bipolar Disorder
• Tourette’s Syndrome
• Schizophrenia

Resources for adults

Girona Buddies neurodivergents subgroup

Girona Buddies has a neurodivergents subgroup. A diagnosis is not required to join; anyone who identifies as being neurodivergent is welcome. Their WhatsApp group (https://chat.whatsapp.com/DD6rLh9dkvqJeUiAzfTilu) can be used to discuss autism, ADHD, BPD, masking, sensory needs, social skills, etc. They also meet once a month in person to discuss their experiences of being neurodivergent.

ABIgirona

ABIgirona is an association for people with bipolar disorder in the Girona region. It's a non-profit organization created to support individuals and families affected by bipolar disorder. Website: https://abigirona.com/

Resources for Families

Autismo España

National autism federation (mainly for families)

viuautisme.com

A non-profit established by parents of children with ASD in Girona. It's for families of autistic children.

SAGI-TEA

SAGI-TEA (Síndrome d'Asperger Girona – Trastorn de l'Espectre Autista) is a group for families affected by Asperger's Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). ("Trastorn de l'Espectre Autista" means "Autism Spectrum Disorder" in Catalan.)

Focused on children, little support for adults

Website: https://www.asperger-girona.es/

Girona Inclusiva

Nonprofit for neurodivergent people in Girona. Began in 2025. Held their first get-together on 7 June 2025 at Centre Civic Barri Vell, for families of neurodivergent children.

Instagram: https://instagram.com/gironainclusiva.