Savant Syndrome is a rare condition, with only 319 recorded cases. Persons so diagnosed possess unexpected and sometimes prodigious abilities in stark juxtaposition to underlying neurodevelopmental ...
Jason Padgett woke up the day after he was attacked and hit in the head with an extraordinary ability in mathematics and geometry You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if ...
THAT genius is unusual goes without saying. But is it so unusual that it requires the brains of those that possess it to be unusual in others ways, too? A link between artistic genius on the one hand ...
Savant syndrome showcases exceptional abilities alongside developmental challenges Research into the mechanisms of savant skills offers insights into brain plasticity and adaptation Understanding ...
Darold Treffert, M.D. is considered one of the foremost experts on savantism in the world. Dr. Treffert has published two books on savant syndrome: "Extraordinary People: Understanding Savant Syndrome ...
FOND DU LAC - Jason Padgett used to be a young man who partied hard, chased girls, skipped class and went to work every day with a hangover. After he was mugged inside a karaoke bar in 2002 and ...
Derek Amato wasn't born a musical savant. He became one—almost instantly—after hitting his head on the bottom of a swimming pool. Stroke of Genius: How Derek Amato Became a Musical Savant In 2006, ...
Leigh Erceg, 47, suffered a traumatic brain injury and now she is a gifted artist and poet. (Picture: Facebook) A woman known for her love of Nascar racing and country life suffered a serious brain ...