Oliver Sacks: A Tale of Awakenings

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 The World Science Festival gathers great minds in science and the arts to produce live and digital content that allows a broad general audience to engage with scientific discoveries. Our mission is to cultivate a general public informed by science, inspired by its wonder, convinced of its value, and prepared to engage with its implications for the future. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for all the latest from WSF. Visit our Website: Like us on Facebook: Follow us on twitter: