Is there a cure for autism spectrum disorders?
Today, there is no cure for ASDs. It is not possible to “outgrow” an ASD, but it is possible to “overcome” many symptoms of an ASD or at the very least, gain control of difficult behaviors. With time and appropriate interventions, individuals can learn to compensate for deficits with new strengths and skills. There has been, and continues to be, much progress in the treatment of ASDs. At this point in time, no one can predict what a child with autism will be like as an adult. However, most experts in the field of autism research and treatment agree that early intervention is essential and critical.
