EDUCATIONAL- Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA); also known as Lovaas, Discrete Trial Teaching, or Intensive Behavioral Intervention
- Developmental, individual-difference, relationship-based (DIR); also known as Floor Time
- Social Skills and Social Stories
- TEACCH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication-Handicapped Children)
BIOMEDICAL See ARI site for
details- Diets of varying types:
- GFCF Diet - Gluten Casein Free diet
- Vitamin therapies
- Medication (e.g., to reduce symptoms of autism, including aggression, self-injury, hyperactivity, mood disorders, etc.)
- To see the efficacy of each intervention click here!
SPEECH-LANGUAGE THERAPY- Treatment for auditory processing disorders
- Oral motor treatment for articulation
COMMUNICATION
- Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
- American Sign Language (ASL)
- Visual Strategies; using pictures for communication
- Facilitated Communication
INTENSIVE AUTISM SERVICES- Treatment provided by a team of individuals in the home, classroom, or community; may include ABA services
SENSORY THERAPIES- Occupational therapy
- Sensory Integration therapy
- Auditory Integration Training
- Developmental Optometry
No two individuals with ASD are alike; therefore, treatment outcomes will vary. Remember to research each therapy approach carefully. Books and other information about these and other treatments are available, and much information can be found on the internet.
This list is not meant to be comprehensive nor should it be considered an endorsement by the ASA. Specific treatment, therapy, or services should be provided to an individual only at the direction of the individual’s doctor or other qualified professional.