Savant Syndrome
Savant Syndrome is a rare condition where individuals demonstrate exceptional abilities in specific areas, such as music, art, calculation, or memory, often alongside developmental conditions like autism. These remarkable skills can be strikingly advanced compared to their overall cognitive abilities.
People with Savant Syndrome may have difficulty with everyday tasks but can perform extraordinary feats, such as recalling vast amounts of information or creating complex musical compositions. Famous examples include Kim Peek, who inspired the film Rain Man, and Stephen Wiltshire, known for his incredible architectural drawings from memory.