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New therapy fights autism in Kansas City
In suburban Kansas City five year old Leah Kenton uses facilitated communication to spell goals like becoming a doctor who cures autism. The method, taught by Robin Wells, has sparked praise and controversy, revealing advances and sexual abuse allegations while prompting calls for cautious research.
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Leah
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Douglas Biklen
Syracuse University
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Nard Rimland
Autism Research Institute
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