Q9. Can you cure autism?

A9. Unfortunately there is no cure for autism. But there are a variety of approaches (known as interventions) which can help to manage the symptoms of an autistic spectrum disorder.

These include a range of programmes and therapies which are designed to address the problems associated with social interaction and communication. They can teach social and language skills amongst many others which will help the autistic person to comprehend the everyday world.

This means being able to live an independent lifestyle.

Find out more in both our treatment for autism section and our living with autism section. These sections discuss the various treatments as well as ways of coping with everyday issues such as finding somewhere to live, handling money and looking for work.

Autism FAQs:

Autism FAQs

• Q1. What is autism?
• Q2. Is there more than one type of autism?
• Q3. Why are there more children with autism than adults?
• Q4. What causes autism?
• Q5. What are the symptoms of autism?
• Q6. How do you diagnose autism?
• Q7. How common is autism?
• Q8. Why are there more boys with autism compared to girls?

• Q9. Can you cure autism?
• Q10. How do you treat autism?
• Q11. What is 'SPELL?'
• Q12. What is 'TEACCH?'
• Q13. How do parents cope with autism?
• Q14. How does an autistic adult manage their condition?
• Q15. Do autistic people have other medical conditions?