Ethical issues associated with the diagnosis and management of autism spectrum disorder

The increase in the prevalence of the autism spectrum disorder (ASD) proposes some ethical reflections expressed in this article with regards to the diagnostic process of these patients and any potential conflict of interest that could threaten the primacy of the patient's well-being. At the same time, we mention various ethical aspects related to access to timely and quality therapies that could affect the full enjoyment of their individual freedoms as a vulnerable group.