Melvin Has Been Diagnosed as Having Savant Syndrome,which Means That

question 52

Multiple Choice

Melvin has been diagnosed as having savant syndrome,which means that he

• A)has an IQ of 120 or higher.
• B)would score high on a test of analytical intelligence.
• C)is limited in mental ability but has one exceptional ability.
• D)was exposed to high levels of testosterone during prenatal development.

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Definitions:

Terminal drop

A significant decline in cognitive abilities shortly before death, often seen in the final years of life.

Intellectual functioning

The capacity of the mind to come to correct conclusions about what is true or real, and the cognitive processes involved in learning, understanding, and reasoning.

Research study

A scientific investigation conducted to discover new information or relationships, test hypotheses, and validate findings.

Grief and mourning

Involves the array of emotional and behavioral responses to loss, particularly the death of a loved one.