If savantism is due to impaired functioning in some brain areas while other areas experience enhanced functioning,then it might be possible to produce a transient savant condition;has this ever been demonstrated and,if yes,how?
A)No,it has not been demonstrated.
B)Yes,it has,with short-acting anesthetics delivered to one hemisphere.
C)Yes,it has,with unilateral electroconvulsive therapy.
D)Yes,it has,with transcranial magnetic stimulation.

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Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) has been shown to enhance functioning in certain brain areas, leading to temporary savant-like abilities. TMS works by delivering magnetic pulses to the brain, stimulating neural activity in specific regions. Studies have found that TMS applied to the left anterior temporal lobe can lead to improved artistic abilities, while TMS applied to the parietal cortex can improve numerical abilities. However, the effects of TMS are temporary and wear off after a short period of time.

If Savantism Is Due to Impaired Functioning in Some Brain