Autism can be relieved and treated by acupuncture at Renzhong, Shenmen, Neiguan, Yongquan and other acupoints, and the efficacy of acupuncture treatment is more significant and has fewer side effects. Autism is a western medical name, in Chinese medicine belongs to the “autism” that is, Chinese medicine “five late (refers to the late standing, walking, speech, hair, teeth)” category, commonly caused by the lack of innate deficiency or the lack of nourishment of the kidneys, phlegm, such as the heart and orifices, often manifested as developmental delays, speech delay, look, and so on. It is often manifested as developmental retardation, speech retardation and dullness. These symptoms can be relieved or treated by acupuncture at Renzhong, Shenmen, Neiguan and Yongquan points. The use of acupuncture in the treatment of autism is more effective and has fewer side effects than Western medicine, which is more advantageous. Acupuncture should be performed by a medical professional. It is recommended that patients with autism should seek timely medical treatment under the guidance of their family members.