The Boring Back & Forth of Social Interactions: Advice from People with ADHD
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW shares different perspectives on how people with ADHD can deal with challenges related to social interactions.
Overlooking Children with Inattentive ADHD Has To Stop
Cynthia Hammer, MSW discusses a new tool teachers can use to prevent children with Inattentive ADHD from being overlooked.
Do Neurodiverse People Grieve Differently?
Self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte explores his relationship with grief, and questions if neurodivergent people process loss differently.
Three Ways Intentional Space Design Impacts ADHD Individuals
ADHD self-advocate and entrepreneur Stephanie Scheller explores how neurodivergent individuals can be impacted by space design.
A Girl’s Journey to a Delayed ADHD Diagnosis
Self-advocate Natalie Gottret Murillo shares how she came to be diagnosed with ADHD in college and the emotional repercussions that followed.
The Toll of 34 Years with Undiagnosed Inattentive ADHD
Self-Advocate and ADHD Coach Aron Croft shares the impact a delayed Inattentive ADHD diagnosis had on his life.
A Reflection on Neurodiversity and Popular Culture: A Cautionary Tale of Trends
ADHD self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte contemplates the double-edged sword of neurodiversity awareness in social media and popular culture.
Neurodivergent Burnout, with Shawn Smith | EDB 332
VIDEO - Canadian ADHD & autism self-advocate and therapist Shawn Smith shares his experiences battling burnout, and offers tips on how ot overcome it.
Living Alone with ADHD: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
ADHD self-advocate Natalie Gottret Murillo shares the lessons she has learned from living alone for the first time.
Living with Inattentive ADHD, with Cynthia Hammer | EDB 312
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.
Helping People Along Their Neurodiverse Journeys
Psychotherapist, mentor, and self-advocate Sally Nilsson discusses ways to support the neurodivergent.
What It’s Like Living in a Neurodiverse Family
Self-advocate Nicholas Ivins discusses the realities and benefits of living ina family that is neurodiverse.
New Drug-Free Treatment for ADHD | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - This week’s episode highlights a new device called Mendi that shows great promise as a drug-free treatment for ADHD!
Section 504: Understanding the Law Being School Accommodations, with Linda Silver | EDB 330
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.
ADHD & Gut Health
Self-advocate Brooke Whitfield-Fattovich, MS, LMHC, NCC discusses the link between ADHD and gut health, and shares tips for improving it.
Neurodiversity Is Not a Pathology
Self-advocate Sean Ivins shares his perspective on neurodiversity acceptance, and why it shouldn't be pathologized.
Parenting with ADHD | Different Brains Speaker Series
VIDEO - Tips for parenting with ADHD from Bea Moise, Brooke Schnittman, Lindsay Turner, Stephanie Confalone & Brooke Whitfield-Fattovich.
ADHD and Pregnancy | Different Brains Speaker Series
VIDEO - Tips for navigating ADHD while pregnant from Bea Moise, Brooke Schnittman, Lindsay Turner, Stephanie Confalone & Brooke Whitfield-Fattovich.
ADHD and Task Paralysis
Self-advocate and Licensed Psychotherapist Brooke Whitfield-Fattovich, MS, LMHC, NCC explores ADHD task paralysis, and shares strategies for overcoming it.
Training Doctors in Neurodivergent Healthcare, with Dr. Craig Escudé | EDB 326
VIDEO - Dr. Craig Escudé discusses the importance of training doctors to care for the IDD and neurodivergent communities.
Teaching Self-Advocacy Skills to the Neurodiverse Student Population
School psychologist Catherine Kloss, Ed.S., NCSP discusses the importance of teaching self-advocacy to neurodivergent students.
Masks and Shadows: Exploring the Concept of Masking Through a Jungian Lense
Self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte explores the connections between Carl Jung's concept of "personas" and neurodivergent "masking".
Navigating ADHD During Pregnancy
Self-advocate, Licensed Psychotherapist, and parent Brooke Whitfield-Fattovich, MS, LMHC, NCC discusses common challenges that people with ADHD face during pregnancy.
ADHD in the ER, with Ali Idriss | EDB 316
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.
Lighting the Way Forward: Overcoming Neurodiverse Challenges
Educator, Parent, and Certified Cognitive Coach Renee Rosales, M.Ed. shares her method to connect with and support a neurodivergent loved one or client.
Individualized Learning for the Neurodivergent, with Christina Sullivan | EDB 311
VIDEO - Evolve Learning Community’s Christina Sullivan discusses how the micro-school gives unique support to students that have struggled in traditional classrooms.
Free Safe Sensory Rooms for Neurodiverse Families | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO - In this episode, we’ll be looking at a nonprofit creating safe sensory rooms for neurodivergent families!
Navigating Shadow Syndromes: The Role of Clinical Judgement in ADHD Diagnoses
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW discusses the issue of doctors mistaking other conditions for ADHD, and what to do if it happens.
2023 In Review: Neurodiversity Change-Makers | EDB 314
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!
ADHD, Aging, and Memory
Self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte explores the connections between ADHD and memory deficits.
2023 In Review: The Self-Advocates | EDB 313
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.
Traveling With Neurodivergent Kids This Holiday Season? Don’t Leave Before Reading These Tips
Jessica Leving offers tips to help neurodiverse families travel with minimal stress this holiday season.
Activate Your ADHD Potential, with Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC | EDB 309
VIDEO - ADHD Coach & self-advocate Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC returns to discuss helping people overcome ADHD related challenges.
ADHD and Friendships
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW highlights challenges people with ADHD can have with friendships, and offers tools to help.
How to get into Flow State? | ADHD Power Tools #103
VIDEO - In this episode of ADHD Power Tools Ali and Brooke discuss discuss how to get into Flow State!
The Spectrum of Neurodiversity, featuring Jude Morrow, Kayla McKeon, Bea Moise & more | EDB 300
VIDEO - In this special 300th episode, we revisit words of wisdom from self-advocates with varied traits and diagnoses that span the “spectrum of neurodiversity”.
ADHD and Tab Hoarding
ADHD self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte discusses the phenomena of tab hoarding, and offers tools to alleviate it.
What is Flow State? | ADHD Power Tools #102
(VIDEO - 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools Ali and Brooke discuss ADHD & Flow State!
Back to School with ADHD, with Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC | EDB 299
VIDEO - ADHD Coach & self-advocate Brooke Schnittman MA, PCC, BCC shares tips for neurodivergent students and their parents as a new school year begins.
One Individual’s Journey With ADHD
Self-advocate Camilla Watson details her personal experiences with undiagnosed ADHD, and how she received her adult diagnosis.
Starting a Podcast with ADHD | ADHD Power Tools #101
(VIDEO - 9 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools Ali and Brooke discuss ADHD & starting a podcast!
Neurodivergent in College, with Eric Endlich, Ph.D. | EDB 249
(VIDEO - 32 mins) Dr. Eric Endlich discusses his work helping neurodivergent students find the right college.
Reflecting Back: A Century of Conversations | ADHD Power Tools #100
VIDEO - In this episode of ADHD Power Tools Ali and Brooke reflect on their ADHD Power Tools journey!
Succeeding After Trauma, with Jose Del Cueto | EDB 294
VIDEO - Author & self-advocate Jose Del Cueto shares his journey from a traumatic childhood with undiagnosed ADHD, dyslexia, and dysgraphia to a long and successful career in marketing.
A Successful ADHD Journey Starts with a Single Step
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW contemplates the effects of an ADHD diagnosis, and how it can change one's journey.
Love Language & Core Values with Melissa Orlov | ADHD Power Tools #99
(VIDEO - 15 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Melissa Orlov discuss ADHD, love languages & core values!
Processing My Processing Speed Deficit
Different Brains intern and self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte discusses the impact processing speed deficits have had on his life.
Is ADHD a Disability or a Difference?
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW weighs whether ADHD should be considered a difference or a disability.
Growing Up with ADHD & Autism
Different Brains intern and self-advocate Emily Steinbach shares her experiences with ADHD and autism.
ADHD & Dating with Melissa Orlov | ADHD Power Tools #98
(VIDEO - 15 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Melissa Orlov discuss ADHD & Dating!
A Different Journey: Finding My Neurodivergent Calling
Jules Haden shares her journey to identifying as neurodivergent.
A Neurodivergent’s Journey into J.O.Y.
ADHD self-advocate and Neurodiversity Life Coach Renee Rosales, M.Ed. discusses how an acronym helped keep joy in her life at a trying time.
ADHD & Relationships with Melissa Orlov | ADHD Power Tools #97
VIDEO - In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Melissa Orlov discuss how ADHD affects a relationship!
ADHD & Interrupting | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
VIDEO - In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss ADHD & interrupting!
Neurodiverse In The Open: To Self-Identify Or Not?
Cris Brady, M.Ed. discusses the pros and cons of forcing neurodivergent individuals to self-identify and share their diagnoses.
ADHD & Focus with Mario Armstrong | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 19 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Mario Armstrong discuss ADHD and how to focus on achieving your goals!
Diagnosing ADHD, with Dr. Mark Wolraich | EDB 260
(VIDEO - 30 mins) Mark Wolraich, MD discusses his work creating diagnostic scales for ADHD, and how doctors can better serve neurodivergent patients.
Managing Emotional Self-Regulation with Jeff Copper | ADHD Power Tools #96
(VIDEO - 14 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Jeff Copper discuss how to manage emotional self-regulation and what the possibilities are once you do!
Executive Function & Emotional Self-Regulation with Jeff Copper | ADHD Power Tools #95
(VIDEO - 12 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Jeff Copper discuss how executive function plays a role in emotional self-regulation!
How Reading Helped Me Recover From My Diagnosis of Inattentive ADHD
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW shares three books that eased her feelings of devastation following her inattentive ADHD diagnosis.
2022 in Review: Towards an Inclusive Society, w/ Dr. Angelique Harris, David Geslak, Dr. Jennie Trocchio & more | EDB 285
VIDEO - In this second year-in-review episode, we are going to hear from neurodiversity change makers in medicine, education, therapy, and more we spoke with in 2022.
Emotional Self-Regulation with Jeff Copper | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 12 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Jeff Copper discuss how ADHD and Emotional Self-Regulation are related!
2022 in Review: Advice from Self-Advocates, w/ Jude Morrow, Tom Oliver, Jhillika Kumar & more | EDB 284
In this first year-in-review episode, we hear from a handful of the amazing neurodivergent self-advocates we had the privilege of speaking with in 2022.
Power of 11 minutes with Mario Armstrong | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 19 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Mario Armstrong discuss how to capture a person's attention in just 11 minutes!
Cognitive Overload | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss cognitive overload!
Navigating a Neurodiverse Household, with Bea Moise, MS, BCCS | EDB 282
VIDEO - ADHD self-advocate, autism mom, cognitive specialist, and parenting coach Bea Moise shares what she has learned from her neurodiverse household.
Mentra: Creating a Neurodiversity Employment Network, w/ Jhillika Kumar | EDB 281
VIDEO - Mentra CEO & co-founder Jhillika Kumar discusses their work creating a platform to connect neurodiverse talent with employers.
Adrenal Exhaustion | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss adrenal exhaustion!
Executive Function | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
VIDEO - In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss how executive function plays a role in ADHD!
Women & Hormones | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss how hormones in women affect ADHD symptoms!
Stress & Burnout | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 6 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss stress and burnout!
Why I Consider Myself ‘Differently-abled’ — Not Disabled
Autism, OCD, and ADHD self-advocate Jordan O’Kelley shares why he sees neurodiversity as a strength, not a weakness.
Taking Things Personally | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
VIDEO - In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for taking things personally!
ADHD & Pregnancy Part 3 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss ADHD & Pregnancy!
Bad Habits, Part 3 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss more tools for overcoming common bad habits: phone overuse and substance abuse!
Beacon College: Helping Neurodivergent Students Succeed, with Drs. George & Oksana Hagerty | EDB 270
(VIDEO - 33mins) Beacon College’s president Dr. George Hagerty & director of their Center for Student Success Dr. Oksana Hagerty share their work with neurodivergent students.
Fighting and Preventing Neurodiverse Burnout | DB Speaker Series
(VIDEO - 62 mins) Explore tips for fighting and preventing burnout with Dr. Marsha Brown, Katie Oswald, Brooke Schnittman, and Sean Inderbitzen.
Bad Habits, Part 2 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 12 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss 3 more common bad habits: complaining, not exercising, and running late!
Bad Habits, Part 1 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 12 mins) In this episode, Ali and Brooke look at bad habits for those with ADHD!
ADHD & Relationships Part 2 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss more tools for ADHD & Relationships to add to your toolbox!
