Ximena Agrelo

Ximena Agrelo is a 53-year-old Argentine pharmacist and mother of twins Vicente and Fidel, who has openly shared her experiences and challenges raising a son with severe autism. Her candid reflections include her fears about the future care of Vicente, who is entirely dependent on others, and the emotional complexities of parenting a child with such profound needs. Through her narrative, Ximena highlights the importance of mental health for families and the necessity for societal support as children with autism transition into adulthood.