Currently there is no medicine or brain operation that can cure an autistic person. But there is one treatment that has passed the test of time and is effective for all children, autistic or normal, and this is the structural educational programs geared to a person’s developmental level of functioning. There are also other treatments that might be helpful at different points in an autistic person’s life. And some other treatments for autistic people have yet to be scientifically proven.
If you are a parent of a child with autism, it is a must that you constantly educate yourself about new treatments. You should always keep an open mind and educate yourself regarding new treatments as they become available. Before making any treatment decisions, however, you must consider that not all treatments could be applicable to your child. Remember that what is right for one child may not necessarily be right for another.
Treatment decisions must be made individually after an assessment. Choose what is appropriate for your child and family and know the type of program that is going to help your autistic child. Remember that as a parent you know your child better than any body else.
