Today, a parent asked me a question I hear often: “Is autism a lifelong disability?” As an early interventionist, that can be a difficult question to answer. I always try to be honest while explaining that autism is a spectrum, which means it can affect each person differently. As a parent, I can imagine wanting a simple yes or no answer, but every child’s journey is unique. I often explain it this way: “Think about a rainbow. Every color is different, but together they make