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The Nonverbal Teen Author with Autism, with Matteo and Annette Musso | EDB 115

(26 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Matteo and Annette Musso. Matteo is an author who also happens to be a nonverbal teen on the autism spectrum.

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Autism, Apraxia, and the Oboe: Speech Challenges on the Spectrum

Dr. Brian Udell discusses apraxia in children with autism, and the ways to best assist a child in overcoming them.

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The Best of the Week In Neurodiversity – 2017 Year in Review

December 30, 2017
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Alzheimer's Disease, apraxia, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD
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(6 min 9 sec) In this episode, we count down our top ten stories from 2017, including the army vet who traveled the country on foot to spread awareness for PTSD, and the young woman who lost her hearing at age 18 that stunned the world on America’s Got Talent! These stories and more in this super sized episode! Happy New Years!

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How Did Luke Bryan Help a Fan with Apraxia Speak? – Week in Neurodiversity (11/25/17)

November 25, 2017
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apraxia, Asperger's syndrome, Autism, cerebral palsy, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity
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(3 mins) In this episode, a father creates a comic book character with Down syndrome for his son, Luke Bryan meets a special fan with apraxia, and how can robotic legs help children with cerebral palsy walk? These stories and more in this week's episode!

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Teen with Autism Donates 1,000 Coloring Books to Kids with Cancer – Week in Neurodiversity (9/2/17)

September 2, 2017
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Alzheimer's Disease, apraxia, Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity
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(4 mins 9 sec) In this episode, a teen with autism donates coloring books to children at St. Jude’s, a teen with Down syndrome and a police officer become best friends, and a retiree who struggled with dyslexia for decades writes a book! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Baseball MVP Kirk Gibson on Life with Parkinson’s Disease – Week in Neurodiversity (6/3/17)

June 3, 2017
Mike Nickas
ADHD, apraxia, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's
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(3 mins 52 sec) In this episode, a comedian uses his Asperger’s diagnosis to his advantage, fashion students hold a fashion show for children with Down syndrome, and former baseball player Kirk Gibson discusses living with Parkinson’s! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Autism and Speech Apraxia: Do Language Challenges Influence Behavior?

Dr. Brian Udell discusses a surprising new study that suggests there is no correlation between language deficits in children on the autism spectrum and their propensity to have meltdowns or perceived misbehavior.

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Girl With Apraxia Finds Bond With Shelter Cats – Week In Neurodiversity (2/04/17)

February 3, 2017
Mike Nickas
apraxia, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity
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In this episode, a student becomes the second contest with Down syndrome to run for Miss Clemson, a girl with apraxia finds a special bond with cats at an animal shelter, and how can a mouth guard give us an inside look at the impact of a concussion?

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Defining Neurodiversity for 2017: It’s Different Brains

December 31, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Alzheimer's Disease, apraxia, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, bipolar, misophonia, Neurodiversity, ocd, parkinson's, PTSD
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In our final blog of 2016, Different Brains founder Hackie Reitman, M.D. discusses the problem of isolation when dealing with a diagnosis, and the way individuals and all of society can benefit when all of us come together for our common goals.

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Sample Letters To Your Child’s New Teacher- For Apraxia, Autism, Or Any Neurodiversity

If you have a child with a communication impairment you know you are probably their best translator. It’s frightening for both you and your child to be separated on those first days of school, but there are things you can do to make that transition easier.