Oliver Sacks: A Tale of Awakenings

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  • Neurologist and author Oliver Sacks describes his experiences in using music as a treatment for a variety of neurological disorders. From the famous Awakenings patients to those suffering from speech impediments, Sacks found that the flow of music could restore the flow of those who had lost it.
    Original Program Date: Nov. 09, 2012
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  • @waves0100
    @waves0100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    This man worked all his life in poor institutions, that was part of the greatness of Dr Sacks the other part of his greatness was his patients loved him and he loved them and there is no greater way to be a doctor than to give your career and your lives work not for money or awards but for selflessness for other people, that's what makes a great person.

  • @southernbelle4398
    @southernbelle4398 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Robin Williams did an amazing job portaying this man, as did DeNiro with the patients sides. By doing the research, spending time with actual patients, & portraying them with the dignity & respect they deserved. One of the best movies ever made, with 2 of the greatest actors to bless the screen. 💙🙏🏻💜

    • @scootermom1791
      @scootermom1791 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The best actors are the ones who do the research for the roles that they play. This reminds me of Dustin Hoffman and his role in playing "Rain Man." He played a grown man who had low functioning Autism spectrum disorder. I saw the movie first as a teen and didn't know who Dustin Hoffman was. I truly thought they used an actor who really had autism. I later learned Dustin Hoffman had spent a lot of time with the real "Rain Man" and his brother prior to playing that role.

  • @erinmalone2669
    @erinmalone2669 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I was lucky enough to hear Dr Sachs speak in New York City in 2008. I have admired him since I was in 6th grade in the 80s and I strive to achieve his level of professionalism and humanity. What a genius of a doctor and a human being❤

  • @dumper2dust
    @dumper2dust 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    RIP to the most beautiful soul Robin Williams

    • @Thorum13
      @Thorum13 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You mean Oliver Sacks, right?

    • @Lily-kh5jc
      @Lily-kh5jc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@halfpricewizard in the movie Awakenings Oliver Sacks, the guy who was played by Robin Williams is also dead. Hb RIP to both of these beautiful humans

  • @Rats-bg2bx
    @Rats-bg2bx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Dr. Sacks was an endlessly fascinating and passionate person. He was noted to be eccentric but he never wavered in his pursuit of science. He lived such a full life, may he Rest In Peace.

  • @geom5732
    @geom5732 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    His dedication to his subject and patients is evident when he describes diseases as profound .

  • @scootermom1791
    @scootermom1791 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The 1969 patient, Leonard L., used a letter board to communicate with others to spell out what he was thinking and feeling each day. He said he felt "caged" and "deprived like a human panther". He was the first to use l Dopa, which had a profound impact on him. Unfortunately, due to some problems with the medication, it had to be discontinued. Leonard reverted back to his original condition within days. It reminded me of the book and movie "Flowers for Algernon". I have to wonder if that book was written as a result of Leonard's experience.

  • @scootermom1791
    @scootermom1791 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Contrary to what Oliver Sacks said at the end, there have been some patients who said they could hear everything that was being said while they were in an almost catatonic state with this disease (similar to the locked-in syndrome).
    The 1969 patient, Leonard L., used a letter board to communicate with others to spell out what he was thinking and feeling each day. He said he felt "caged" and "deprived like a human panther". He was the first to use l Dopa, which had a profound impact on him similar to Lola in this clip.

  • @cyndischoenbrun151
    @cyndischoenbrun151 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    It’s incredible that this was another astounding event in the summer of 1969!

    • @kaydendangelo3843
      @kaydendangelo3843 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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      I was dumb lost the account password. I would love any tips you can offer me

    • @terrencesantino2261
      @terrencesantino2261 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Kayden Dangelo Instablaster ;)

    • @jamesbrackenridge7912
      @jamesbrackenridge7912 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wtf

  • @stevenbeoethy4049
    @stevenbeoethy4049 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "I know it's 1969 but to me it
    Feels like '26..." so sad and scary,
    However there's a kernel of
    Inspiration and hope that a human
    Mind can weather and endure losing
    OCEANS of time! Amazing....

    • @sebastianwallin3726
      @sebastianwallin3726 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Makes a lot of sense.
      Nothing has changed except the people and some of the materials we use in our life.
      Overall human behavior is pretty identic. We all still breathe, drink and talk.

  • @enigmanemo9352
    @enigmanemo9352 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you for posting this amazing video.

  • @ElkoJohn
    @ElkoJohn หลายเดือนก่อน

    Much obliged.

  • @SamuelSamuelSamuel
    @SamuelSamuelSamuel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    He actually looked like Robin Williams too lol.

    • @Jos46664
      @Jos46664 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I think is the other way around

    • @LucasNunes-zp9fx
      @LucasNunes-zp9fx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahah yes

    • @nicoleendsley1669
      @nicoleendsley1669 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No robin looked like him. What a blessing to the world. Even if it was a short time. These people got to wake up for a short time. God bless you

    • @scootermom1791
      @scootermom1791 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He totally does look like him! Incredible!

    • @pamelataylor4091
      @pamelataylor4091 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I said the same, they both look alike.

  • @clintwolf4495
    @clintwolf4495 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Very interesting video. Thanks.

  • @LuizFelipe-sn4ez
    @LuizFelipe-sn4ez 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oliver mais jovem era igualzinho a Robbin Willians no filme Tempo de despertar. Incrivel!

  • @PazLeBon
    @PazLeBon 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I first saw positive effects using cannabis almost 20 years ago. It led me to Spain where we can actually use it as meds, so long as we follow certain guidelines. I think some of the cannabinoid signaling enables your body to produce some of these protective chemicals

  • @philosophyofmany4317
    @philosophyofmany4317 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    May he Rest In Peace.

  • @odysseo58
    @odysseo58 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    In historical records the summer of 1969 must be remembered for two significantly important events: "...the Woodstock music festival and the experiment with L-dopa on the effects of lethargic encephalitis by Dr.Oliver Sacks (fiction Malcom Sayer.)

    • @Lily-kh5jc
      @Lily-kh5jc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Actually his name is Oliver Sacks. Malcolm Sayer was a character based off himself

    • @lindiehammond7921
      @lindiehammond7921 ปีที่แล้ว

      Um, I'd say the moon landing in July 1969 is more significant than Wood stock, or at least added to the two you listed. ☺️

  • @mltmksr2842
    @mltmksr2842 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Dr looks like robin w

    • @Jos46664
      @Jos46664 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      the other way around

  • @tonykhan7212
    @tonykhan7212 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was on El Dopa now I’m shaking in paranoia

  • @sanadbenali6993
    @sanadbenali6993 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    L dopa was new :D

  • @xmaseveeve5259
    @xmaseveeve5259 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now using same voice as 'Professor Tim Wilson', IMO. (And, IMO, used it as 'Dr Harold Shipman'.) Opposites induce Stockholm syndrome.

  • @xmaseveeve5259
    @xmaseveeve5259 ปีที่แล้ว

    'Robin Williams'.

  • @negusdawoo
    @negusdawoo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    He didn't answer