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Another calendar savant.

L C Hurst1, D J Mulhall

  • 1Plymouth Health Authority.

The British Journal of Psychiatry : the Journal of Mental Science
|February 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

This study describes a 38-year-old autistic savant with remarkable calendar calculation abilities. It explores the connection between childhood autism and adolescent savant syndrome.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Psychology
  • Developmental disorders

Background:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by challenges with social interaction and communication.
  • Savant syndrome is a rare condition in which individuals with developmental disorders exhibit extraordinary abilities in specific areas.

Observation:

  • A 38-year-old male patient with a history of childhood autism demonstrates exceptional calendar calculation skills.
  • The patient can accurately determine the day of the week for any date within the 21st century.

Findings:

  • The case highlights a potential link between early autistic traits and the development of adolescent savant abilities.
  • The patient's specific method for rapid calendar calculation is briefly discussed.

Implications:

  • This case contributes to understanding the diverse cognitive profiles within autism spectrum disorder.
  • Further research into the cognitive mechanisms underlying savant syndrome may offer insights into brain function and development.

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