A Little matter of gender. Developmental differences among savants
Description
One of the great success stories from the world of autism, Temple Grandin revolutionized the field of livestock management, empowered by her sensitivity with animals. Tommy McHugh displayed no such sensitivity-until a brain hemorrhage transformed him from a brawler into a gentle soul. As scientists continue to investigate differences between the male and female brain, the special characteristics of autistics and savants take on increased importance. This program describes the latest research in that area, shedding light on the role of testosterone, fetal development, evolutionary factors, and the notable lack of romantic and sexual bonding among the autistic.
Runtime
54 min
Series
Subjects
- Children with social disabilities (42)
- Children with disabilities (107)
- Brain (487)
- Autism (57)
- Cognitive psychology (167)
- Gender identity (121)
- Psycholinguistics (40)
- Intellect (87)
- Special Education (37)
- Developmental disabilities (95)
Genre
Date of Publication
[2006], c2006
Database
Films on Demand
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