The Telepathy Tapes: A Critical Examination

This chapter scrutinizes the controversial 'telepathy tapes' phenomenon claiming nonverbal autistic children have mind-reading abilities. Speakers express skepticism about its pseudoscientific basis while discussing the exploitation of vulnerable families and the lack of rigorous scientific validation in communication methods like facilitated communication. The conversation also touches on the historical context of these practices and the emotional repercussions on families, emphasizing the need for evidence-based approaches.