Unheard of Neurological Conditions: Exploring Rare Disorders with Dr. Vilayanur Ramachandran

May 28 2024

Awareness

Join Dr. Vilayanur Ramachandran, a renowned neuroscientist, as he delves into four rare neurological conditions that challenge our understanding of the mind. Meet individuals like Graham, who can perceive movement despite being blind, and explore the phenomenon of phantom limbs experienced by amputees. Learn about patients such as Mrs. Sinclair, who deny their paralysis and believe their limbs belong to others, a condition known as anosognosia. Discover how damage to the brain's temporal lobes can lead to emotional and cognitive changes in conditions like temporal lobe epilepsy. This documentary showcases the incredible adaptability and complexity of the human brain, offering new insights into consciousness, self-awareness, and belief. Each case study serves as a fascinating detective story, unraveling the mysteries of the mind.