Parents are the most powerful intervention their autistic child has. Children spend a maximum of 3–4 hours in formal therapy per week; they spend the

TEACCH — Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication-related handicapped Children — is a structured teaching approach developed at the University of North Carolina that

Autism cannot be cured — and the framing of ‘cure’ misunderstands what autism is. Autism is a neurological difference in how the brain is wired,

Occupational therapy (OT) is an essential component of autism treatment, addressing the sensory, motor, and daily living challenges that significantly affect an autistic child’s ability

Autism treatment should start as early as possible — ideally before age 3 to leverage peak brain plasticity. However, meaningful developmental gains are achievable at

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is the most extensively researched behavioural intervention for autism. It applies the science of learning and behaviour to increase communication, self-care,

Autism is most effectively treated through a multi-disciplinary approach combining several evidence-based interventions tailored to the individual child’s profile. No single therapy addresses all aspects

In India, autism is diagnosed by a psychiatrist, developmental paediatrician, or a multi-disciplinary team using standardised diagnostic tools and clinical criteria. A proper diagnosis requires

The early signs of autism are often visible before the age of 2, and sometimes before 12 months. Recognising these signs early and acting immediately

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition characterised by differences in social communication, sensory processing, and patterns of behaviour. It is a spectrum