In the Movie Rain Man,the Character Played by Dustin Hoffman

question 111

Multiple Choice

In the movie Rain Man,the character played by Dustin Hoffman had an incredible memory,to the point where he could count cards in Las Vegas,read and remember every name in a telephone book,and recall nearly every event from his entire life.Though he was primarily diagnosed as suffering from autistic disorder,what other diagnostic label would be appropriate for this character?

• A) Rhett's syndrome
• B) Prodigy syndrome
• C) Asperger's syndrome
• D) Savant syndrome

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Definitions:

Psychological Wounds

Emotional damage or trauma resulting from distressing experiences, affecting an individual's mental health and functioning.

Triggered

Describes a response activated by a specific stimulus, often resulting in emotional or psychological distress.

Individuation

A psychological process in which an individual becomes distinct and differentiated from others, often associated with the work of Carl Jung.

Psychological Separateness

The individual's ability to maintain their own identity and emotional independence while in relationships.