There is no cure for ASD, but there are treatments that can improve quality of life and functional independence.

Developmental Therapies

These improve on improving skills like language, physical skills, or developmental abilities.

• Speech & language therapy
• Occupational therapy
• Physical therapy

Behavioral Therapies

These include behavioral psychology principles to change behavior.

• Applied behavior analysis (ABA)
• Pivotal response training (PRT)
• Discrete trial training (DTT)

Medications

Some medications can help control symptoms like hyperactivity, severe behavioral problems, and anxiety.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A type of psychotherapy that helps people get rid of negative thoughts about themselves and the world.

Stem Cell Studies

Stem cell treatment is being used in other countries on Autism but has not been regualted by the FDA in the United States yet, but it has shown success in the locations that it is currently offered.