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Temple Grandin, diagnosed with autism as a child, talks about how her mind works -- sharing her ability to "think in pictures," which helps her solve problems that neurotypical brains might miss. She makes the case that the world needs people on the autism spectrum: visual thinkers, pattern thinkers, verbal thinkers, and all kinds of smart geeky kids.
About Temple Grandin
Through groundbreaking research and the lens of her own autism, Temple Grandin brings startling insight into two worlds. Full bio and more links
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