Unique therapy helps some young people with autism interact better with others

Fox News contributor Dr. Marc Siegel unpacks a report suggesting a drug used primarily for seizures and behavioral issues could help treat autism. A New York speech pathologist is using improvisational theater, better known as "improv," to help young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to develop their social skills. Bob Domingo, PhD, a speech language pathologist and assistant professor at Long Island University Post in Brookville, New York, is combining his skills and love of improv to help those with ASD. "Through improv, I am able to combine my knowledge of speech, language and communication with improv games and activities, to open up new, fun ways to communicate with others in developing spontaneous, unscripted'scenes' or conversations," Domingo told Fox News Digital in an interview. For individuals with ASD, symptoms can vary in severity.