Susie Rubin "Autism is a World"

In the case of Susie Ruben presumed competency is acknowledging her understanding and comprehension of the world around her.  It is only through the use of her assistive technology that she can express her thoughts and opinions.  In the case of presumed competency were a not examining what is on the outside and then judging, we are acknowledging that individuals are competent and have age appropriate understanding.  When Susie expressed how she felt my heart sank,  the little girl inside was not able to get out and express her thoughts and ideas until she gained access to assistive technology.  Once this revelation was revealed it had a grave impact on the individual around her as now she was able to demonstrate her understanding and opinions to others.  The assistive technology had a grave impact on those around her as they could now gage her understanding and meet her needs both at home and in scholl. Presumed competency and realizing that all individuals have the ability to understand and comprehend the world around them. It is very important that we presume competency as it can be detrimental to the individual who is lacking the assistive technology required.