The Other Day, You Had to Remember Some Items for an Important

question 61

Essay

The other day, you had to remember some items for an important exam. You are sure you studied them and knew them before you entered the classroom. However, you drew a blank when you took the test. What happened? Why might you not have remembered them? What might you have done to avoid this?

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Definitions:

Savant Syndrome

A condition where an individual demonstrates profound and prodigious capacities or abilities far in excess of what would be considered normal, often alongside a developmental condition such as autism.

Autism

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by challenges with social interaction, communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior.

Emotional Intelligence

The capacity to identify, comprehend, control, and logically deal with one's own feelings and the feelings of others.

Empathy

Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another, fostering a sense of connection and compassion.