LOST
BOY
In some cases of autism, regression can be normal, researchers say. But as Mundy put it, it’s
hard to know whether the cause
is biological or because new behaviors are demanded as part of
an intervention.
In another scene, Delilah is
rocking back and forth in her bassinet. Max says, “Deyayah, Deyayah.” When prompted, he runs
over to kiss her. Then he says, “I
hug the beebee,” and puts his arms
around her. Now, when Delilah,
age 3, tries to engage Max, she gets
nothing. Max can also be seen saying things like, “I miss you, Mommy.” But he can’t say that anymore.
Maya says she can’t watch the
video without crying. The memory
haunts her.
The last time Max s