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2001
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| The Real Rain Man - Documentary | |
"Kim Peek is arguably the world's most famous savant and the inspiration behind the
Oscar-winning film, Rain Man.
Described as "a living Google", Kim is a confounding mix of disability and brilliance that
has baffled neurosurgeons.
Most savants have only one dominating interest, but Kim seems to soak up everything:
from sport to politics and even the minutiae of the British monarchy.
Peek was born in Salt Lake City, Utah with macrocephaly, damage to the cerebellum, and
agenesis of the corpus callosum, a condition in which the bundle of nerves that connects
the two hemispheres of the brain is missing; in Peek's case, secondary connectors such
as the anterior commissure were also missing.
There is speculation that his neurons made unusual connections due to the absence
of a corpus callosum, which resulted in an increased memory capacity.
According to Peek's father, Fran Peek, Kim was able to memorize things
from the age of 16--20 months.
He read books, memorized them, and then placed them upside down on the shelf to
show that he had finished reading them, a practice he maintained.
He could speed through a book in about an hour and remember almost everything he
had read, memorizing vast amounts of information in subjects ranging from history
and literature, geography and numbers to sports, music and dates.
He could read two pages at once, one with each eye. According to an article in The Times
newspaper, he could accurately recall the contents of at least 12,000 books. Peek lived
in Murray, Utah and spent a considerable amount of his time reading at the
Salt Lake City Library and demonstrating his capabilities at schools, with great help from his father.
Peek did not walk until the age of four and then in a sidelong manner.
He could not button
up his shirt and had difficulty with other ordinary motor skills, presumably due to his
damaged cerebellum, which normally coordinates motor activities. In psychological
testing, Peek scored below average (87) on general IQ tests.
In 1984, screenwriter Barry Morrow met Peek in Arlington, Texas; the result of the meeting
was the 1988 movie Rain Man. The character of Raymond Babbitt, although inspired by
Peek, was portrayed as having autism. Dustin Hoffman, who played Babbitt, met Peek and
other savants to get an understanding of their nature and to play the role accurately and methodically.
The movie caused a number of requests for appearances, which increased Peek's self-confidence.
Barry Morrow gave Kim his Oscar statuette to carry with him and show at these appearances; it
has since been referred to as the "Most Loved Oscar Statue" as it has been held by more people
than any other. Kim also enjoyed approaching strangers and showing them his talent for
calendar calculations by telling them on which day of the week they were born and what news
items were on the front page of major newspapers. Peek also appeared on television.
He traveled with his father, who took care of him and performed many motor tasks that Peek
found difficult.In 2004, scientists at the Center for Bioinformatics Space Life Sciences at the
NASA Ames Research Center examined Peek with a series of tests including computed
tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. The intent was to create a three-dimensional
view of his brain structure and to compare the images to MRI scans done in 1988.
These were the first tentative approaches in using non-invasive technology to further
investigate Kim's savant abilities.A 2008 study concluded that Peek probably had FG syndrome,
a rare genetic syndrome linked to the X chromosome which causes physical anomalies such
as hypotonia (low muscle tone) and macrocephaly (abnormally large head).Kim Peek died
of a heart attack on December 19, 2009 at age 58."
2009
Knowledge / Re: facts that u never know
« on: July 24, 2014, 07:07:22 PM »
One day, a poor boy who was selling goods from door to door to pay his way through school, found he had only one thin dime left, and he was hungry.
He decided he would ask for a meal at the next house.
However, he lost his nerve when a lovely young woman opened the door. Instead of a meal he asked for a drink of water.She thought he looked hungry so brought him a large
glass of milk He drank it slowly, and then asked, "How much do I owe you?""You don't owe me anything," she replied "Mother has taught us never to accept payment for a kindness."
He said... "Then I thank you from my heart."
As Howard Kelly left that house, he not only felt; stronger physically, but his faith in God and man was strong also. He had been ready to give up and quit. Years later that young woman became critically ill. The local doctors were baffled. They finally sent her to the big city, where they called in specialists to study her rare disease. Dr. Howard Kelly was called in for the consultation.
When he heard the name of the town she came from, a strange light filled his eyes. Immediately he rose and went down the hall of the hospital to her room. Dressed in his doctor's gown he went in to see her.
He recognized her at once. He went back to the consultation
room determined to do his best to save her life. From that day he gave special attention to the case. After a long struggle, the battle was won. Dr. Kelly requested the business office to pass the final bill to him for approval.
He looked at it, then wrote something on the edge and the bill was sent to her room. She feared to open it, for she was sure it would take the rest of her life to pay for it all. Finally, she looked, and something caught her attention on the side as she read these
words......
"Paid in full with one glass of milk." (Signed) Dr. Howard Kelly.
Tears of joy flooded her eyes & happy heart.
share it with others.
...
¤¤~ Health Benefits of Bitter Gourd ~¤¤
After reading this, you'll never look at a Bitter Gourd in the same way again.
Bitter gourd has been associated with lowering sugar levels in people suffering from diabetes.Bitter gourd is said to be helpful in fighting against cancer and a number of infections.
Bitter gourd has been known to provide relief from constipation and is also effective in the treatment of psoriasis.
Bitter gourd helps in improving circulation and in turn, generates slimming effects on the body.
Regular consumption of bitter gourd has been associated with prevention as well as treatment of hypertension.
Bitter gourd is believed to be helpful in preventing eye complications, apart from treating neuritis.It improves eye-sight due to it high beta-carotene content
The juice of the leaf of bitter gourd plant has been found to be beneficial in the treatment of alcoholism.
The essential vitamins and minerals present in bitter gourd help in treating defective metabolism of carbohydrates.
The bitter tonic properties of bitter gourd have made it effective as a blood purifier.
Fresh juice of bitter gourd is good for patients suffering from piles.
It removes stomach worms and highly recommended for kids.
It is good for asthma patients as it heals respiratory disorders.
He decided he would ask for a meal at the next house.
However, he lost his nerve when a lovely young woman opened the door. Instead of a meal he asked for a drink of water.She thought he looked hungry so brought him a large
glass of milk He drank it slowly, and then asked, "How much do I owe you?""You don't owe me anything," she replied "Mother has taught us never to accept payment for a kindness."
He said... "Then I thank you from my heart."
As Howard Kelly left that house, he not only felt; stronger physically, but his faith in God and man was strong also. He had been ready to give up and quit. Years later that young woman became critically ill. The local doctors were baffled. They finally sent her to the big city, where they called in specialists to study her rare disease. Dr. Howard Kelly was called in for the consultation.
When he heard the name of the town she came from, a strange light filled his eyes. Immediately he rose and went down the hall of the hospital to her room. Dressed in his doctor's gown he went in to see her.
He recognized her at once. He went back to the consultation
room determined to do his best to save her life. From that day he gave special attention to the case. After a long struggle, the battle was won. Dr. Kelly requested the business office to pass the final bill to him for approval.
He looked at it, then wrote something on the edge and the bill was sent to her room. She feared to open it, for she was sure it would take the rest of her life to pay for it all. Finally, she looked, and something caught her attention on the side as she read these
words......
"Paid in full with one glass of milk." (Signed) Dr. Howard Kelly.
Tears of joy flooded her eyes & happy heart.
share it with others.
...
¤¤~ Health Benefits of Bitter Gourd ~¤¤
After reading this, you'll never look at a Bitter Gourd in the same way again.
Bitter gourd has been associated with lowering sugar levels in people suffering from diabetes.Bitter gourd is said to be helpful in fighting against cancer and a number of infections.
Bitter gourd has been known to provide relief from constipation and is also effective in the treatment of psoriasis.
Bitter gourd helps in improving circulation and in turn, generates slimming effects on the body.
Regular consumption of bitter gourd has been associated with prevention as well as treatment of hypertension.
Bitter gourd is believed to be helpful in preventing eye complications, apart from treating neuritis.It improves eye-sight due to it high beta-carotene content
The juice of the leaf of bitter gourd plant has been found to be beneficial in the treatment of alcoholism.
The essential vitamins and minerals present in bitter gourd help in treating defective metabolism of carbohydrates.
The bitter tonic properties of bitter gourd have made it effective as a blood purifier.
Fresh juice of bitter gourd is good for patients suffering from piles.
It removes stomach worms and highly recommended for kids.
It is good for asthma patients as it heals respiratory disorders.
2010
Gup Shup / Re: Love marriage v/s arranged marriage
« on: July 24, 2014, 12:18:42 AM »Love marriage is app khuu ch shall marni
Arranged marriage is gharde khuu ch dhakka marde
Neither is good in my opinion.
Stay single, stay happy... and rich.
single haapy ? how
2011
Knowledge / Re: facts that u never know
« on: July 23, 2014, 11:02:13 AM »
IMPORTANT WARNING SHOULD READ .and do not ignore this message without SHARING to the other.On Sunday a family went to picnic with a few drinks tin.Monday, two family members admitted to hospital and placed in the Intensive Care Unit space. He died on Wednesday, Autopsy results concluded it as Leptospirosis.
The virus is stuck to the tin cans, & they drunk without the use of glasses / cups. Test results showed that tin was infected mice that had dried urine containing Leptospira.
Highly recommended to rinse the parts evenly on all soda cans before drinking it. Cans are usually stored in the warehouse and delivered direct to retail stores without cleaning.
A study shows that the top of all beverage cans moretcontaminated than public toilets (full of germs and bacteria.)
So, clean it with water before putting mouth in
order to avoid all accidents.
SO...BE CAREFUL FRIENDS....
The virus is stuck to the tin cans, & they drunk without the use of glasses / cups. Test results showed that tin was infected mice that had dried urine containing Leptospira.
Highly recommended to rinse the parts evenly on all soda cans before drinking it. Cans are usually stored in the warehouse and delivered direct to retail stores without cleaning.
A study shows that the top of all beverage cans moretcontaminated than public toilets (full of germs and bacteria.)
So, clean it with water before putting mouth in
order to avoid all accidents.
SO...BE CAREFUL FRIENDS....
2013
PJ Games / Re: GUESS Tuhade upper betha Munda/Kuri piyaar walla ya Gusse Wala?
« on: July 22, 2014, 12:08:58 PM »
bahut gussa wala.
2014
Competitions / Re: Voting : Awaz Punjabi Janta di 2014
« on: July 22, 2014, 12:04:15 PM »mere tu otey etdhe reply nu fallow kro ਜਾ ਜਾ ਵੜਦਾ ਮੰਦਿਰ ਮਸੀਤੀ ਕਦੇ ਆਪਣੇ ਅੰਦਿਰ ਵੜਿਆ ਨਹੀ
ahna time haa ni ga veer staff ki karda paya :D:
2015
Competitions / Re: Voting : Awaz Punjabi Janta di 2014
« on: July 22, 2014, 12:00:08 PM »
1 and 4 is not running.
between 2 and 3. I like number 2 also but number 3 is sang very beautifully. luv ur voice bro.
between 2 and 3. I like number 2 also but number 3 is sang very beautifully. luv ur voice bro.
2016
PJ Games / Re: Give the nick name to the person above you
« on: July 20, 2014, 11:57:27 PM »
mani
2017
Knowledge / Re: facts that u never know
« on: July 20, 2014, 01:50:32 PM »
A professor stood before his philosophy class and had some items in front of him. When the class began, he wordlessly picked up a very large and empty mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with golf balls. He then asked the students if the jar was full. They agreed that it was.
The professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar. He shook the jar lightly. The pebbles roll
ed into the open areas between the golf balls. He then asked the students again if the jar was full. They agreed it was.The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar. Of course, the sand filled up everything else. He asked once more if the jar was full.. The students responded with a unanimous ‘yes.’
The professor then produced two Beers from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand.The students laughed..
‘Now,’ said the professor as the laughter subsided, ‘I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life. The golf balls are the important things—-your family, your children, your health, your friends and your favorite passions—-and if everything else was lost and only they remained, your life would still be full. The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job, your house and your car.. The sand is everything else—-the small stuff.
‘If you put the sand into the jar first,’ he continued, ‘there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls. The same goes for life.
If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you.
Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness.
Spend time with your children. Spend time with your parents. Visit with grandparents. Take your spouse out to dinner. Play another 18. There will always be time to clean the house and mow the lawn.
Take care of the golf balls first—-the things that really matter. Set your priorities. The rest is just sand.
One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the Beer represented. The professor smiled and said, ‘I’m glad you asked.’ The Beer just shows you that no matter how full your life may seem, there’s always room for a couple of Beers with a friend.
The professor then picked up a box of pebbles and poured them into the jar. He shook the jar lightly. The pebbles roll
ed into the open areas between the golf balls. He then asked the students again if the jar was full. They agreed it was.The professor next picked up a box of sand and poured it into the jar. Of course, the sand filled up everything else. He asked once more if the jar was full.. The students responded with a unanimous ‘yes.’
The professor then produced two Beers from under the table and poured the entire contents into the jar effectively filling the empty space between the sand.The students laughed..
‘Now,’ said the professor as the laughter subsided, ‘I want you to recognize that this jar represents your life. The golf balls are the important things—-your family, your children, your health, your friends and your favorite passions—-and if everything else was lost and only they remained, your life would still be full. The pebbles are the other things that matter like your job, your house and your car.. The sand is everything else—-the small stuff.
‘If you put the sand into the jar first,’ he continued, ‘there is no room for the pebbles or the golf balls. The same goes for life.
If you spend all your time and energy on the small stuff you will never have room for the things that are important to you.
Pay attention to the things that are critical to your happiness.
Spend time with your children. Spend time with your parents. Visit with grandparents. Take your spouse out to dinner. Play another 18. There will always be time to clean the house and mow the lawn.
Take care of the golf balls first—-the things that really matter. Set your priorities. The rest is just sand.
One of the students raised her hand and inquired what the Beer represented. The professor smiled and said, ‘I’m glad you asked.’ The Beer just shows you that no matter how full your life may seem, there’s always room for a couple of Beers with a friend.
2018
Pics / Re: A look at Qatar’s 2022 World Cup Stadiums
« on: July 20, 2014, 01:35:33 PM »
pata ni bai appan ta cricket ayi kerdae aa na.. vasa jis country di soccer team ous country di cricket wali team ni haa .. ada kyu? :D:
2019
Pics / Re: A look at Qatar’s 2022 World Cup Stadiums
« on: July 20, 2014, 01:24:30 PM »
soccer ta yaar cricket nu pisahe shad di jaandi hun india kush alag karna pena cricket di izzat bachon vaste :D: