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Museum Offers Neurodivergent-Friendly Sensory Experiences | Week In Neurodiversity
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Museum Offers Neurodivergent-Friendly Sensory Experiences | Week in Neurodiversity

  • May 27, 2025
  • DBAdmin
  • ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
This week’s episode highlights how one museum is welcoming neurodivergent guests through creating sensory-friendly experiences.
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Teacher Uses His Tourette’s To Connect With Students | Week In Neurodiversity
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Teacher Uses His Tourette’s to Connect with Students | Week in Neurodiversity

  • April 11, 2025
  • DB Editor
  • Neurodiversity, tourette syndrome
VIDEO - This week’s episode highlights a teacher with Tourette's Syndrome who uses his diagnosis to better connect with his students.
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Could Artificial Intelligence End Paralysis? | Week In Neurodiversity
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Could Artificial Intelligence End Paralysis? | Week in Neurodiversity

  • March 20, 2025
  • DBAdmin
  • Neurodiversity, paralysis
VIDEO - This week’s episode highlights a revolutionary new technology offering hope to people suffering from paralysis.
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Understanding FASD: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, With Rebecca Tillou | EDB 337
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Understanding FASD: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, with Rebecca Tillou | EDB 337

  • March 2, 2025
  • DB Editor
  • FASD, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Self-advocate and author Rebecca Tillou shares the realities of life with FASD, and her journey towards getting a diagnosis at age 33.
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Neurodiversity And Trauma, With Megan MacKay | EDB 336
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Neurodiversity and Trauma, with Megan MacKay | EDB 336

  • February 28, 2025
  • DBAdmin
VIDEO - Autism self-advocate and therapist Megan MacKay returns to discuss her work helping those experiencing PTSD and CPTSD.
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The Symphony Composed By Non-Verbal Autistic Man | Week In Neurodiversity
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The Symphony Composed by Non-Verbal Autistic Man | Week in Neurodiversity

  • February 20, 2025
  • DB Editor
  • Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode highlights "Unforgettable Sunrise", a symphony composed by a nonverbal autistic man named Jacob Rock.
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Autism & Job Corps, With Megan MacKay | EDB 335
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Autism & Job Corps, with Megan MacKay | EDB 335

  • February 7, 2025
  • DB Editor
  • Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Autism self-advocate and therapist Megan MacKay discusses her role with Job Corps, and how it can help the neurodivergent population.
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2024 In Review: Supporting Neurodiversity | EDB 334
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2024 In Review: Supporting Neurodiversity | EDB 334

  • January 20, 2025
  • DB Editor
  • Autism, mental health, Neurodiversity, PTSD
VIDEO - In the second part of our review of 2024, we hear from some of the people making a difference for the neurodiversity community including Dr. Jennie Trocchio, Cheryl Checkers, Aisha McDonald & more!
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Understanding Epilepsy, With Anna Diaz & Luis Martinez Of Epilepsy Alliance Florida | EDB 324
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Understanding Epilepsy, with Anna Diaz & Luis Martinez of Epilepsy Alliance Florida | EDB 324

  • January 16, 2025
  • DBAdmin
  • Epilepsy, Neurodiversity, seizures
VIDEO - Epilepsy Alliance Florida’s Anna Diaz & Luis Martinez share facts about seizure disorders, and how the Alliance is working to increase awareness and support.
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2024 In Review: The Self-Advocates | EDB 333
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2024 In Review: The Self-Advocates | EDB 333

  • December 21, 2024
  • DBAdmin
VIDEO - In the first part of our review of 2024, we hear from some of the neurodivergent self-advocates that have appeared on the show, including Shawn Smith, Ali Idriss, Diane Gould & more!
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A Sensory-Friendly Train Ride For The Holidays | W.I.N.
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A Sensory-Friendly Train Ride For The Holidays | W.I.N.

  • December 18, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity, sensory issues
VIDEO - In this Episode, we’ll be hopping onboard a festive holiday train ride geared towards those with sensory sensitivities.
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Autism & Self-Acceptance, With Sam Farmer | EDB 327
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Autism & Self-Acceptance, with Sam Farmer | EDB 327

  • December 14, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate, author, and speaker Sam Farmer discusses replacing internalized ableism with self-acceptance.
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Device Helps People With Cerebral Palsy Walk | Week In Neurodiversity
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Device Helps People with Cerebral Palsy Walk | Week in Neurodiversity

  • December 13, 2024
  • DB Editor
  • cerebral palsy, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - We look at a new device that can help people with cerebral palsy and other mobility challenges walk.
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How Therapy Animals Help, With Courtney Trzcinski, Laura Rogers & Gracie | EDB 320
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How Therapy Animals Help, with Courtney Trzcinski, Laura Rogers & Gracie | EDB 320

  • December 12, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • Autism, mental health, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - The team from Canine Assisted Therapy shares what therapy animals do, and how they positively impact those with social and health challenges.
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Neurodivergent Burnout, With Shawn Smith | EDB 332
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Neurodivergent Burnout, with Shawn Smith | EDB 332

  • November 12, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • ADHD, asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Canadian ADHD & autism self-advocate and therapist Shawn Smith shares his experiences battling burnout, and offers tips on how ot overcome it.
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Blind & Autistic Vocalist Inspires Through Music | Week In Neurodiversity
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Blind & Autistic Vocalist Inspires Through Music | Week in Neurodiversity

  • November 9, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode highlights Holly Connor, a talented performer who is also a blind autism self-advocate!
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Mental Health On The Autism Spectrum, With Cheryl Checkers & Dr Christopher Kye | EDB 325
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Mental Health on the Autism Spectrum, with Cheryl Checkers & Dr Christopher Kye | EDB 325

  • November 1, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • asperger's, Autism, mental health, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Cheryl Checkers and Dr. Christopher Kye shares their experience working with autistic patients experiencing mental health challenges.
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Navigating PDA: Demand Avoidance, Autism & Neurodiversity, With Diane Gould | EDB 331
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Navigating PDA: Demand Avoidance, Autism & Neurodiversity, with Diane Gould | EDB 331

  • October 21, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity, PDA
VIDEO - PDA expert and autism self-advocate Diane Gould, LCSW discusses Demand Avoidance.
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Living With Inattentive ADHD, With Cynthia Hammer | EDB 312
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Living with Inattentive ADHD, with Cynthia Hammer | EDB 312

  • October 10, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • ADHD, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Cynthia Hammer, self-advocate & founder of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, shares her experiences with the disorder, and how it can differ from other types of ADHD.
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Rethinking Education: Making School Work For Every Brain, With Joseph Lento | EDB 307
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Rethinking Education: Making School Work for Every Brain, with Joseph Lento | EDB 307

  • September 27, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • education, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Educator & musician Joseph Lento discusses how he thinks the education system can better serve neurodiverse students.
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New Drug-Free Treatment For ADHD | Week In Neurodiversity
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New Drug-Free Treatment for ADHD | Week in Neurodiversity

  • September 20, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • ADHD, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode highlights a new device called Mendi that shows great promise as a drug-free treatment for ADHD!
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Section 504: Understanding The Law Being School Accommodations, With Linda Silver | EDB 330
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Section 504: Understanding the Law Being School Accommodations, with Linda Silver | EDB 330

  • September 20, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, education, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Linda J. Silver, M.S., Ed.S. discusses Section 504 of the U.S. Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and her career ensuring appropriate accommodations for students.
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Boy With Speech Apraxia Finds His Voice Through Music | Week In Neurodiversity
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Boy with Speech Apraxia Finds His Voice Through Music | Week in Neurodiversity

  • September 3, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • apraxia, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode highlights a young man who isn't letting speech apraxia keep him from expressing himself!
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9Muses: Supporting Mental Health Through Art & Peer Support, With Nicole Storrs | EDB 323
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9Muses: Supporting Mental Health Through Art & Peer Support, with Nicole Storrs | EDB 323

  • August 25, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - 9Muses Art Center’s Nicole Storrs shares how their drop-in center is helping people with mental health challenges.
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Parenting With ADHD | Different Brains Speaker Series
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Parenting with ADHD | Different Brains Speaker Series

  • August 19, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • ADHD, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Tips for parenting with ADHD from Bea Moise, Brooke Schnittman, Lindsay Turner, Stephanie Confalone & Brooke Whitfield-Fattovich.
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Suicide Prevention & Mental Health, With Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC | EDB 329
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Suicide Prevention & Mental Health, with Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC | EDB 329

  • August 18, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • mental health, Neurodiversity, suicide
VIDEO - Certified Trauma and Resiliency Expert Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC returned to discuss her work as a Suicidologist, and the importance of inclusive mental health.
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Recognizing Intersectional Trauma, With Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC | EDB 328
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Recognizing Intersectional Trauma, with Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC | EDB 328

  • August 11, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • mental health, Neurodiversity, PTSD, trauma
VIDEO - Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Trauma & Resiliency Expert Aisha T. McDonald shares why trauma should be looked at through an intersectional lens.
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Training Doctors In Neurodivergent Healthcare, With Dr. Craig Escudé | EDB 326
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Training Doctors in Neurodivergent Healthcare, with Dr. Craig Escudé | EDB 326

  • July 20, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • ADHD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Dr. Craig Escudé discusses the importance of training doctors to care for the IDD and neurodivergent communities.
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How One Clinic Is Rethinking IDD Healthcare | Week In Neurodiversity
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How One Clinic is Rethinking IDD Healthcare | Week in Neurodiversity

  • July 16, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode highlights Kramer Davis Health, a clinic that is rethinking healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities!
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Boy Scout With Cerebral Palsy On His Way To Eagle Status | Week In Neurodiversity
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Boy Scout with Cerebral Palsy On His Way to Eagle Status | Week in Neurodiversity

  • June 23, 2024
  • DB Editor
  • cerebral palsy, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode highlights Zack Gridley, a young boy scout with cerebral palsy who is on his way to Eagle Scout status!
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Project S.A.L.T.: Creating Self-Advocate Leaders, With Univ. Of Miami’s Shelly Baer & Jairo Arana | EDB 319
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Project S.A.L.T.: Creating Self-Advocate Leaders, with Univ. of Miami’s Shelly Baer & Jairo Arana | EDB 319

  • June 15, 2024
  • DB Editor
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - University of Miami’s Shelly Baer & Jairo Arana discuss the Self-Advocate Leadership Training (SALT) program.
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Interactive Theater Experience For Neurodivergent Kids | Week In Neurodiversity
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Interactive Theater Experience for Neurodivergent Kids | Week in Neurodiversity

  • June 10, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at a unique theatrical performance aimed at creating an interactive, sensory-safe experience for neurodivergent children.
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ADHD In The ER, With Ali Idriss | EDB 316
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ADHD in the ER, with Ali Idriss | EDB 316

  • June 4, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • ADHD, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Self-advocate & EMT Ali Idriss discusses how his ADHD traits help him navigate his work in emergency rooms, and offers advice for dealing with a trip to the ER.
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The Spelling Bee Champion W/ Down Syndrome That’s Challenging Stereotypes | Week In Neurodiversity
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The Spelling Bee Champion w/ Down Syndrome that’s Challenging Stereotypes | Week in Neurodiversity

  • June 1, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at a young spelling bee champion that is changing how people think about Down syndrome.
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Breakthrough Treatment For Alzheimer’s Disease  | Week In Neurodiversity
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Breakthrough Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease | Week in Neurodiversity

  • May 21, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • alzheimer's, Alzheimer's Disease, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at an exciting breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease being pioneered by neurosurgeon Ali Rezai!
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Boy With Cerebral Palsy Discovers Love Of Running  | Week In Neurodiversity
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Boy With Cerebral Palsy Discovers Love of Running | Week in Neurodiversity

  • May 8, 2024
  • DB Editor
  • cerebral palsy, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at a 9 year old boy with cerebral palsy who, after surgeries on his legs, has discovered a lock for running!
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Individualized Learning For The Neurodivergent, With Christina Sullivan | EDB 311
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Individualized Learning for the Neurodivergent, with Christina Sullivan | EDB 311

  • April 30, 2024
  • DB Editor
  • ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, education, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Evolve Learning Community’s Christina Sullivan discusses how the micro-school gives unique support to students that have struggled in traditional classrooms.
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How A Dog Is Reducing Anxiety At The Dentist’s Office | Week In Neurodiversity
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How a Dog is Reducing Anxiety at the Dentist’s Office | Week in Neurodiversity

  • April 26, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • Anxiety, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at how one dentist's office is battling patient anxiety: dog cuddles!
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Autism & Developmental Therapy, With Dr. Jennie Trocchio | EDB 315
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Autism & Developmental Therapy, with Dr. Jennie Trocchio | EDB 315

  • April 17, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Dr. Jennie Trocchio shares how developmental therapy can help autistic individuals, and how it differs from behavioral methods.
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Brooklyn Bakery Trains Neurodivergent Adults | Week In Neurodiversity
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Brooklyn Bakery Trains Neurodivergent Adults | Week in Neurodiversity

  • April 16, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at Invictus Bakery, a bakery in Brooklyn, New York training neurodivergent individuals.
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NAMI: Empowering People Living With Mental Illness, Feat. Katherine Murphy Of NAMI PBC | EDB 322
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NAMI: Empowering People Living With Mental Illness, feat. Katherine Murphy of NAMI PBC | EDB 322

  • April 9, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • mental heallth, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Katherine Murphy, CEO of NAMI Palm Beach County, shares how the alliance is helping people with mental health challenges in South Florida and throughout the nation.
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Autism Mom’s “Fairy Trail” Creates Magical Getaway For Families | Week In Neurodiversity
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Autism Mom’s “Fairy Trail” Creates Magical Getaway for Families | Week in Neurodiversity

  • April 8, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode looks at the "fairy trail" a mother created in the South Mountain Conservancy in Millburn, New Jersey for her autistic son and other families.
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New Guidelines For Doctors In Screening Anxiety | Week In Neurodiversity
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New Guidelines for Doctors in Screening Anxiety | Week in Neurodiversity

  • March 30, 2024
  • DBAdmin
VIDEO - This week’s episode focuses on the new guidelines being given to doctors for better detecting anxiety in their patients.
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Fusion Academy: Success Through One-On-One Education, With Tainah Georges | EDB 321
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Fusion Academy: Success Through One-On-One Education, with Tainah Georges | EDB 321

  • March 26, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • education, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Fusion Academy’s Tainah Georges explains how they use a one-student-to-one-teacher model that allows students to achieve academically.
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The First Sheriff’s Deputy With Down Syndrome | Week In Neurodiversity
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The First Sheriff’s Deputy with Down Syndrome | Week in Neurodiversity

  • March 26, 2024
  • DB Editor
  • Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode focuses on Officer Jeff Rhinerson, a man with Down syndrome who was recently sworn in as a Sheriff's Deputy in Kentucky.
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A New Brain Implant Gives ALS Patients A Voice | Week In Neurodiversity
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A New Brain Implant Gives ALS Patients a Voice | Week in Neurodiversity

  • March 21, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • als, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This episode focuses on a new brain implant, developed at Stanford University, that promises to give ALS patients increased abilities to communicate.
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Artist With ADHD Creates A Children’s Book You Can Visit | Week In Neurodiversity
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Artist With ADHD Creates A Children’s Book You Can Visit | Week in Neurodiversity

  • March 14, 2024
  • DB Editor
VIDEO - In this episode, we look at an artist with ADHD who has created a series of murals throughout Arizona, depicting the pages of his new children's book "Sam & Sara".
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Neurodiversity Self-Advocate Spotlight: Zachary Tovin’s Autism Journey | EDB 318
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Neurodiversity Self-Advocate Spotlight: Zachary Tovin’s Autism Journey | EDB 318

  • February 26, 2024
  • DB Editor
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Zachary Tovin shares his perspective on being an autism self-advocate.
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Wearable Robot For Parkinson’s Mobility Issues | Week In Neurodiversity
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Wearable Robot for Parkinson’s Mobility Issues | Week in Neurodiversity

  • February 21, 2024
  • DB Editor
  • Neurodiversity, parkinson's, parkinson’s disease
VIDEO - We look at a new soft wearable robot for Parkinson's disease patients, developed in a joint effort between research teams at Harvard and Boston University.
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CAI: Harnessing Neurodiverse Talent, With Anthony Pacilio | EDB 317
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CAI: Harnessing Neurodiverse Talent, with Anthony Pacilio | EDB 317

  • February 13, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • asperger's, Autism, employment, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Anthony Pacilio of CAI shares how they are helping organizations realize the benefits of neurodiversity.
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Sensory Friendly Live Sports For Neurodivergent Fans | Week In Neurodiversity
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Sensory Friendly Live Sports for Neurodivergent Fans | Week in Neurodiversity

  • February 6, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
In this episode, we’ll be looking at Events with Jonathan - a program that's arranging sensory-friendly sporting event viewing for neurodivergent audiences!
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Free Safe Sensory Rooms For Neurodiverse Families | Week In Neurodiversity
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Free Safe Sensory Rooms for Neurodiverse Families | Week in Neurodiversity

  • January 23, 2024
  • DB Editor
  • ADHD, asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - In this episode, we’ll be looking at a nonprofit creating safe sensory rooms for neurodivergent families!
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Eye Test For Autism Approved By The FDA | Week In Neurodiversity
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Eye Test for Autism Approved by the FDA | Week in Neurodiversity

  • January 10, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - We look at an exciting breakthrough in Autism diagnosis: a recently FDA-approved eye test that can diagnose children as young as 16 months!
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2023 In Review: Neurodiversity Change-Makers | EDB 314
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2023 In Review: Neurodiversity Change-Makers | EDB 314

  • January 6, 2024
  • DBAdmin
  • ADHD, Autism, education, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - In the second part of our review of 2023, we hear from some of the neurodiversity change-makers including Dr. Michael Alessandri, Dr. Mai Pham, Joseph Lento & more!
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2023 In Review: The Self-Advocates | EDB 313
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2023 In Review: The Self-Advocates | EDB 313

  • December 30, 2023
  • DBAdmin
  • ADHD, alzheimer's, asperger's, Autism, bipolar, Dementia, mental health, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - In the first part of our review of 2023, we hear from the neurodivergent self-advocates that have appeared on the show, including JR Harding, Brooke Schnittman, and Michael Ellenbogen.
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Do Dolls Help Kids Develop Social Skills? | W.I.N.
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Do Dolls Help Kids Develop Social Skills? | W.I.N.

  • December 17, 2023
  • DBAdmin
VIDEO - In this Episode, we’ll be talking about a recent study that suggests playing with dolls can help children develop social skills.
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Navigating Mental Health Challenges, With Gabriela Guardarrama | EDB 310
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Navigating Mental Health Challenges, with Gabriela Guardarrama | EDB 310

  • December 1, 2023
  • DBAdmin
  • bipolar, Bipolar Disorder, mental health, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Mental Health counselor Gabriela Guardarrama shares her personal experiences dealing with bipolar disorder.
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Activate Your ADHD Potential, With Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC | EDB 309
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Activate Your ADHD Potential, with Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC | EDB 309

  • November 21, 2023
  • DBAdmin
  • ADHD, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - ADHD Coach & self-advocate Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC returns to discuss helping people overcome ADHD related challenges.
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“I’m Dying To Tell You” With Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 308
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“I’m Dying To Tell You” with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 308

  • November 13, 2023
  • DB Editor
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Author & psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston shares the peace and wisdom he has found while facing cancer.
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Autism Advocacy & Siblings, With Hayley And Matthew Leach | EDB 306
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Autism Advocacy & Siblings, with Hayley and Matthew Leach | EDB 306

  • October 30, 2023
  • DBAdmin
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Miss Missouri 2023 Hayley Leach & self-advocate Matthew Leach discuss being siblings working together for the autism community.
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Resources For Caregiver Challenges | DB Caregiver Webinar Series Pt.5
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Resources for Caregiver Challenges | DB Caregiver Webinar Series pt.5

  • October 20, 2023
  • DBAdmin
  • caregiving, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Presenters Pati Fizzano, Melodie Plaise and Carolina Leon address the overall issues caregivers commonly face, including burnout.
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Atlas Primer: Making Education Accessible, With Hinrik Jósafat Atlason | EDB 305
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Atlas Primer: Making Education Accessible, with Hinrik Jósafat Atlason | EDB 305

  • October 17, 2023
  • DBAdmin
  • education, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Atlas Primer CEO and founder Hinrik Jósafat Atlason shares how the learning assistant app can make education more accessible for neurodivergent learners.
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Neurodiversity In S.T.E.M. Education, With The TERC Team | EDB 304
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Neurodiversity in S.T.E.M. Education, with the TERC Team | EDB 304

  • October 12, 2023
  • DBAdmin
  • education, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Team members from TERC share the organization’s innovative work for making S.T.E.M. education more inclusive for neurodivergent learners.
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Caregiving And Cultural Diversity | DB Caregiver Webinar Series Pt.4
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Caregiving and Cultural Diversity | DB Caregiver Webinar Series pt.4

  • October 9, 2023
  • DBAdmin
  • caregiving, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Presenters Pati Fizzano, Melodie Plaise and Carolina Leon address cultural diversity to promote inclusion, equity, and justice in caregiving.
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How To Get Into Flow State? | ADHD Power Tools #103
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How to get into Flow State? | ADHD Power Tools #103

  • October 5, 2023
  • Ali Idriss
  • ADHD, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - In this episode of ADHD Power Tools Ali and Brooke discuss discuss how to get into Flow State!
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The Autism Theater Project: Creating Inclusion On The Stage & Screen | EDB 303
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The Autism Theater Project: Creating Inclusion on the Stage & Screen | EDB 303

  • October 1, 2023
  • DBAdmin
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Members of the Autism Theater Project share how they are working to change the perception of neurodiversity through performing.
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Making Democracy Accessible, With Travis Misurell | EDB 302
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Making Democracy Accessible, with Travis Misurell | EDB 302

  • September 19, 2023
  • DBAdmin
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
VIDEO - Autism self-advocate Travis Misurell shares how the Future Is Now Coalition is working to make the democratic process more accessible.
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Psychology & Social Justice, With Lauren Shure, Ph.D., LMHC | EDB 301
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Psychology & Social Justice, with Lauren Shure, Ph.D., LMHC | EDB 301

  • September 13, 2023
  • DBAdmin
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