What to Do After the Autism Diagnosis

If you decide your child is not getting all he or she needs, you may be tempted to jump into many different interventions at the same time. Of course, there are interventions that have an immediate impact for the better or worse, including some pharmaceuticals. Most treatments, however, require days, weeks or even months to really make a difference. By making changes slowly and observing your child's reactions, you can see what works and what doesn't.