I just finished ‘My Lobotomy’ by Howard Dully. It is a poignant account of his life before and after his transorbital lobotomy at age twelve. 12. He was a child in need of love and affection after his mother’s death who had the misfortune of a real life wicked stepmother. I was engrossed by his words, his emotion. Everything that Mr. Dully said was captivating, in part because of the tragedy of the situation but also due to the preconceived notions of lobotomy patients. He did not lose his ability to speak or interact. He is thoughtful and engaged. Dully felt different, that he stood out and he was deeply affected by his parents’ decision to go ahead with the procedure. A unique perspective on the mental health arena of the 1960s, this book is truly remarkable.
September 10, 2008...1:59 pm
My Lobotomy by Howard Dully
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