A good treatment plan for autism

Every child on the autism spectrum is unique, with different strengths and weaknesses. The child’s treatment should be tailored according to his or her individual needs.

A good treatment plan will:

• Build on your child's interests

• Offer a predictable schedule

• Teach tasks as a series of simple steps

• Actively engage your child's attention in highly structured activities

• Provide regular reinforcement of behavior

• Involve the parents

Source: National Institute of Mental Health