Further reflections concern the way in which this debate is but one aspect of a larger schism between differing philosophies in understanding the world. This author also comments on the unprovability of the unconscious mechanisms posited by Levine et al. The way in which the courts handle FC will undoubtedly have far-ranging effects. Halle comments that the FDA-type review of facilitated communication called for by Levine et al. While acknowledging that the risks cited by the authors may be real, they are hardly unique to this particular technique.
Abuse cases present the most controversial of risks.
Halle suggests that cases be handled with extreme caution. Error in either direction carries enormous potential for harm. That is, the possibility of a false allegation disrupting an individual and his or her family or the possibility that an individual may be forced to stay in a situation in which they are being abused. He points out that even small differences in academic achievement result in great differences in how much individuals are valued by their teachers and educational institutions. He argues that one can accept real differences and still seek to aid the individual to function more easily in society.