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When Autism Hope Outruns Evidence

Doctors face growing pressure to respond to controversial therapies.

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  • Arthur Allen

  • June 8, 2026

  • 12 min

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    Elizabeth Bonker advocates for government reimbursement for training in assisted spelling for individuals with autism.

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    Leading professional organizations dispute the efficacy of assisted spelling, citing research that questions its validity.

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    The autism community is divided, with some parents attributing autism to vaccines while others seek evidence-based treatments.

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    Critics argue that assisted spelling may not represent autonomous communication, as the board holder could influence the output.

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    Many parents explore various unproven treatments for autism, often without clear evidence of their effectiveness.

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When Autism Hope Outruns Evidence

  • by Arthur Allen

  • June 8, 2026

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