Who hasn't found themselves in the situation of asking a child or young person something and receiving, almost systematically, a rude response, as if they were constantly angry? This attitude always stems from some underlying situation, and it only takes a little digging to understand the cause and how to address it. As Laura Aut, psychologist and director of the Psilaut center, points out, it's important to understand that every expression from children is meant to convey something: it's a reaction and, often, a way of communicating a need, even if it's done inappropriately.

Although it may seem like a pipe dream now, there was a time when humans shared consensus on many matters. Even on the now highly subjective field of child-rearing: "Children walk at one and talk at two" was the illuminating, unifying motto that served as an educational compass on the fascinating journey through this evolutionary period.

Álex is nine years old. He's "fun, kind, and loving." He gets up saying "I love you" and giving out kisses. He handles frustration badly and "is the town's mayor" because "he greets everyone on the street." Aina will be two. She's "smiling, independent, always in a good mood, and sleeps well at night." In short, "she's come to enjoy life." Rosa "has a lot of vitality and character, a sweet baby." Her adoptive parents proudly describe them. Andrés and Alberto are Álex's parents; Miguel is Aina's; and Marta is Rosa's mother. They have been deemed suitable by the Mallorcan Institute of Social Affairs (IMAS) of the Consell de Mallorca (Mallorcan Institute of Social Affairs) after completing training and interviews with all the necessary guarantees for minors. "We look for the best families for the children, not children for the families. They are the ones who have the right to be adopted, as a protective measure. And it shouldn't necessarily be as long a process as people think. We try to make it as quick as possible, but always taking into account the child's time and needs," explains Apol lònia Socias, Island Director of Services.