Understanding Autism: It’s a Condition, Not a Disease A common misperception regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is that it’s a disease that must be “cured.” However, autism is actually a neurodevelopmental disorder rather than a disease. Children with autism can flourish, learn, and acquire abilities that enable them to navigate the world in their own special way with the correct direction, support, and interventions. Autism cannot be diagnosed during pregnancy, in contrast to certain other medical problems. However, potential symptoms might