The Miracle Worker Questions on Helen's Diagnosis
The Miracle Worker
In The Miracle Worker, what is Helen Keller's diagnosis and why is she deaf and blind?
Helen Keller became deaf and blind due to an illness she contracted at 19 months old. In The Miracle Worker, this illness is described as "acute congestion of the stomach and brain." While initially...
The Miracle Worker
What is baby Helen's diagnosis in The Miracle Worker?
Baby Helen is diagnosed with "acute congestion of the stomach and brain" after surviving a serious fever. Modern interpretations suggest she may have had scarlet fever, meningitis, or encephalitis,...