The mysterious powers of Peter Guthrie
Article Abstract:
Peter Guthrie's mannerisms served as the inspiration behind Dustin Hoffman's portrayal of an autistic savant in the movie 'Rain Man.' Autism is a disorder of the central nervous system, but its victims, despite their handicap, show certain exemplary skills. Guthrie, for instance, has always had a remarkable aptitude for spelling and languages.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1993
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The amazing powers of Peter Guthrie
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Autistic savants exhibit extraordinary aptitude for a specific field. Peter Guthrie, who served as Dustin Hoffman's study for his role as an autistic in the movie 'Rain Man,' writes, reads and speaks four foreign languages.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest (Canadian)
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0413
Year: 1993
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My mysterious malady
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Wearing shirts with tight collars can give one a blackout spell without realizing why. Such spells can be avoided by using shirts half- or one-size larger than regular wear.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1995
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