September 1993 PMID 8226584

Facilitated communication: a failure to replicate the phenomenon.

M Eberlin, G McConnachie, S Ibel, L Volpe

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The discussion uses stark language like 'just short of a Ouija Board' to emphasize skepticism toward facilitated communication, reflecting agreement with the article's conclusion that FC is ineffective. The tone is dismissive yet straightforward, showing limited but pointed engagement in the broader debate about the method's validity.

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The statement clearly aligns with the publication's findings, indicating strong agreement that facilitated communication lacks scientific support.

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The comment shows some engagement by making a pointed comparison, but it remains rather superficial.

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While provocative, the statement does not seem to have a broad or lasting influence but highlights perceived skepticism.

Abstract in brief

Facilitated communication (FC) was tested to see if it could help people with autism improve their literacy and communication skills, but the study found no evidence of these improvements after training.
The study involved multiple tests before, during, and after FC training, with strict measures to prevent facilitators from influencing the responses, yet no unexpected literacy or communication abilities were observed in the clients.
Although some facilitators reported increased ability during training, the results showed that facilitators could influence clients' responses, and the overall findings did not support FC as an effective communication method for individuals with autism.]

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@BillboardChris Facilitated Communication is widely regarded as being just short of a Ouija Board. https://t.co/h1KXrufk0T

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