Four of every five people with autism are male. Individuals with autism have extreme difficulty in learning language and social skills and in relating to people. People with autism often experience extreme hyper activity or unusual passivity in relating to parents, family members, and other people. Autism can occurr by itself or in association with other developmental disorders such as mental retardation, learning disabilities, epilepsy, etc. Yes, autism is treatable.
Studies show that all people who have autism can improve significantly with proper instruction.
Through specially trained teachers, using specially structured programs that emphasize individual instruction, persons with autism can learn to function at home and in the community. Vocational training, job opportunities, group homes, supervised apartments, and recreational opportunities.