Dully's work delves deeply into themes of trauma, memory, and the search for identity in the face of unimaginable suffering. His writing offers a raw and unflinching exploration of human resilience and the complexities of psychiatric care. Through his own experience with childhood lobotomy, Dully sheds light on the fragility of the human mind and the power of the will. His memoir is a powerful testament to the enduring spirit.
Howard Dully was 12 years old when he was given a lobotomy. In this text he shares the story of a painfully dysfunctional childhood, a misspent youth, his struggle to claim the life that was taken from him, and his redemption.
The memoir delves into Howard Dully's traumatic experiences as one of the youngest recipients of a transorbital lobotomy. It chronicles his painful childhood and troubled youth, highlighting his journey to reclaim the life that was unjustly altered. Through personal reflections, Dully explores themes of dysfunction, resilience, and ultimately, redemption, offering a poignant look at his quest for identity and healing.