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Autism treatment is about support, not a cure. Discover autism treatment options at LIV Hospital, including ABA therapy, speech therapy, and family support.
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Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) focuses on improving communication, daily functioning, and quality of life rather than curing the condition. At LIV Hospital, a holistic, child-centered approach guides care. Our multidisciplinary team creates personalized plans to support each child’s strengths and address challenges, helping them build skills and thrive.
The most critical component of autism treatment options is timing. Research overwhelmingly shows that Early Intervention (EI), starting therapies before age 3, leads to the best outcomes. The young brain is incredibly plastic, meaning it can rewire itself. By starting therapy early, we can help children build communication pathways that might otherwise remain dormant
Behavioral therapy is the cornerstone of autism management. It teaches skills through structured reinforcement.
This is the most widely researched and evidence-based therapy for autism.
Customization: At LIV Hospital, we use modern, play-based ABA techniques (like Early Start Denver Model) that feel like fun, not work. This ensures the child stays engaged and happy.
For older children and teens with ASD who struggle with anxiety or depression, CBT is vital. It helps them understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It teaches coping mechanisms for social anxiety and “black-and-white” thinking.
Because communication is a core deficit, speech and language therapy is essential.
Occupational Therapy (OT): Focuses on independence. OT helps with fine motor skills (writing, buttoning shirts) and sensory integration. It teaches children how to regulate their bodies when they feel overwhelmed by noise or touch.
No medication treats the core symptoms of autism itself. However, medication can be a powerful tool to manage co-occurring conditions that make learning difficult.
For Anxiety/Sleep: SSRIs may be used for anxiety, and melatonin is commonly recommended to help regulate sleep cycles.
Success at school is a major treatment goal. Our team collaborates with families to advocate for appropriate school placements.
Social Skills Groups: We offer group therapy where children can practice making friends in a safe, guided environment. This bridges the gap between individual therapy and the chaotic school playground.
Therapy is a marathon, not a sprint.
Parent Involvement: The most successful treatment happens when parents become co-therapists. We train parents on how to use ABA techniques at home during bath time or dinner, turning every moment into a learning opportunity.
As children with autism grow into adults, their needs change.
Transition Planning: We help families plan for adulthood, focusing on vocational training and independent living skills. Our goal is to ensure that the support system evolves with the individual.
We offer a sanctuary for neurodiverse families.
Family Support: We know that raising a child with autism affects the whole family. We offer sibling support groups and parent counseling to ensure everyone in the household is cared for.
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The primary treatments are behavioral therapies (like ABA), speech therapy, and occupational therapy. While there is no medical cure, medications can help manage specific symptoms like aggression, anxiety, or hyperactivity, making it easier for the child to learn and socialize.
Autism therapy is typically long-term. Intensive early intervention programs often involve 20 to 40 hours of therapy per week for several years. As the child acquires skills and enters school, the hours may decrease, but some form of support (like social skills groups) often continues through adolescence.
 No, there is no surgery for autism itself. It is a neurodevelopmental difference in how the brain is wired, not a physical blockage. Surgery is only needed if the child has a co-occurring medical condition, such as epilepsy requiring neurosurgery or gastrointestinal issues.
 Medications treat related symptoms, not the autism. Antipsychotics (like aripiprazole) treat irritability and aggression. Stimulants treat co-occurring ADHD. SSRIs manage anxiety, and melatonin is frequently used to help with sleep disturbances.
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