This documentary investigates the world of savants through the story of Daniel and others like him. In doing so, many common misconceptions are smashed.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Brainman
Meet Daniel Tammet, a 27 year-old math and memory wizard. He can do things with numbers that will truly amaze you. He is a savant. . . with a difference. Unlike most savants, he shows no obvious mental disability, and most importantly, he can describe his own thought process. Join correspondent Morley Safer as he explores the extraordinary life and mind of Daniel Tammet.
This documentary investigates the world of savants through the story of Daniel and others like him. In doing so, many common misconceptions are smashed.
This documentary investigates the world of savants through the story of Daniel and others like him. In doing so, many common misconceptions are smashed.
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cheers. Keep up the good work, this stuff gets me through boring days at work!
It would've been interesting for them to have had his IQ tested by a psychologist.
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