Our understanding of autism has grown tremendously since it was first described in 1943 by Leo
\nKanner. \u00a0Some of the earlier searches for \u201ccures\u201d now seem unrealistic in terms of today\u2019s
\nunderstanding of organic brain disorders. \u00a0To cure means: \u201cto restore to health, soundness, or
\nnormality.\u201d \u00a0In the medical sense, there is no cure for the differences in brain functioning which
\nresult in autism, although overt symptoms can be alleviated (e.g., reduction in anxiety, improved
\nattention, etc.). Currently, we are finding better ways to understand the disorder and help people
\nadapt with the various symptoms of the disability. \u00a0With appropriate intervention, many of the
\ndeficits and maladaptive behaviors that impact everyday living can be successfully addressed. \u00a0
\nThe majority of children and adults diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder continue to
\nexhibit symptoms of autism, to some degree, throughout their lives. \u00a0While not all professionals
\nagree on what kind of intervention is most appropriate, they all agree that intervention should
\nstart as early as an Autism Spectrum Disorder is suspected. \u00a0<\/p>\n