Autism Breakthrough: Girl's Writings Explain Her Behavior and Feelings

John McKenzie:

Autism Breakthrough: Girl's Writings Explain Her Behavior and Feelings

Two years ago, working with pictures and symbols on a computer keyboard, she started typing and spelling out words. The computer became her voice.

"All of a sudden these words started to pour out of her, and it was an exciting moment because we didn't realize she had all these words," said speech pathologist Barbara Nash. "It was one of those moments in my career that I'll never forget."

Then Carly began opening up, describing what it was like to have autism and why she makes odd noises or why she hits herself.

"It feels like my legs are on first and a million ants are crawling up my arms," Carly said through the computer.

Posted by Jim Zellmer at March 4, 2008 12:00 AM
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