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Ingenious Minds: Savant Syndrome Explained
Derek Amato is almost by himself in a class of his own type of savant syndrome. He is known as an "Acquired Savant," which is much rarer than those born with abilities, or "Congenital Savants."
Added: Feb 17, 2011
Views: 17271 Views
Runtime: 01:09
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