Every autistic child is different. Their sensory profile, communication style, regulatory needs, and learning pace are uniquely their own. Yet for decades, therapeutic models have largely followed a one-size-fits-all approach — structured programs delivered in scheduled blocks, with limited ability to adapt in real time to what a child actually needs in the moment. Artificial intelligence is beginning to change that.

A neuroaffirmative, research-backed guide to understanding the PDA profile, recognizing it in classrooms and at home, and...