Asperger's Syndrome (ASD)

Autism and Resiliency, with Dena Gassner | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 2

April 10, 2017
Spectrumly Speaking
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

(33 mins) In this episode, hosts Lauren Gerber Ms. Ed., PSY. D. and Becca Lory, CAS, BCCS speak with Dena Gassner, an advocate, writer, and speaker- including presenting for the UN in Geneva, Russia, and Cambridge.

Podcast Spectrumly Speaking

Autism Diagnoses and Service Puppies | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 1

April 3, 2017
Spectrumly Speaking
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

(43 mins) In this debut episode, hosts Lauren Gerber Ms. Ed., PSY. D. and Becca Lory, CAS, BCCS share stories about how they became involved in the autism community, and how both make use of canine friends in their every day lives and work.

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Couple With Down Syndrome Celebrate 22 Years of Marriage – Week In Neurodiversity (3/10/17)

March 11, 2017
Mike Nickas
Alzheimer's Disease, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

(3 min 48 sec) In this episode, a couple with Down syndrome celebrate 22 years of marriage, a former college football coach helps test a new Alzheimer’s treatment, and a couple with Asperger’s bring out the best in one another! These stories and more in the week’s edition.

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New Device Helps People with Asperger’s Interpret Emotions – The Week in Neurodiversity (2/18/17)

February 18, 2017
Mike Nickas
ASD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

(3 min 49 sec) In this episode, a teen with Down syndrome fulfills his dreams of going to college, a new device can help those with Asperger’s detect moods, and Henry Winkler discusses his new book and growing up with dyslexia! These stories and more in this week’s edition.

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Finding Fulfilling Employment on the Autism Spectrum, with Dr. Stephen Shore | EDB 69

February 15, 2017
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D.continues his conversation with return guest Stephen Shore, Ed.D.- author, autism advocate, board member for the USAAA and Autism Speaks, and professor at Adelphi University.

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Understanding and Supporting Weaknesses in Executive Brain Functioning

February 7, 2017
Cheryl Checkers
ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity, ocd

Cheryl Checkers, M.S. outlines how weaknesses in the executive functions of the brain can create problems for the neurodiverse, and reviews strategies for how to improve those functions.

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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

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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A Dog Surfs For PTSD!? – Week In Neurodiversity (1/7/17)

January 6, 2017
Mike Nickas
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, a girl with dyslexia creates a virtual reality program to help her peers, a man with down syndrome inspires others through a fitness class, and Ricochet the surf dog wears a Santa costume for PTSD awareness!

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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

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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Week in Neurodiversity – Michael J Fox & Dave Matthews Jam for Parkinson’s (11/26/16)

November 25, 2016
Mike Nickas
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, ocd, parkinson's

In this episode, a student with autism becomes homecoming king, “Aspergers Are Us” takes the world by storm in their new documentary, and Michael J. Fox jams with Dave Matthews for a Parkinson’s Benefit!

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Maximizing Educational Success for Different Brains with Lori Bitar | EDB 56

November 16, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Lori Bitar, educational consultant and author of "SOS: Save Our Students."

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Comedy Troupe with Asperger’s Entertains Fans Around the Country

November 14, 2016
Harry Lowe
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Neurodiversity

Asperger’s Are Us, a sketch comedy group based in Boston, is hitting it big. The troupe, made up entirely of performers with Asperger's syndrome is performing for crowds around the country.

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Toys “R” Us Creating Sensory-Friendly Shopping for Those with Autism

November 9, 2016
Megan Baksh
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

When you think of Toys “R” Us, it’s unlikely that you are envisioning a relaxed atmosphere for children. However, the toy superstore is currently searching for effective new ways to ensure that those with autism can have a more stress-free shopping experience.

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Specialisterne: A Million Jobs for People with Autism and Other Unique Abilities

October 16, 2016
Cheryl Checkers
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

Cheryl Checkers discusses Specialisterne, an international company determined to create employment for the neurodiverse.

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Trailblazing for Neurodiversity and Different Brains

October 11, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

Dr. Hackie Reitman discusses his experiences at Trailblazing 2016, a conference dedicated to encouraging entrepreneurship amongst the neurodiverse.

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Week in Neurodiversity – Runner With Autism Wins the Gold (10-1-16)

October 1, 2016
Mike Nickas
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, virtual reality helps those with social difficulties, a cheerleader asks a boy with Down syndrome to homecoming, and did you hear about the first man with autism to win a gold medal at the Paralympics?

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Sensorimotor and Neurologically Based Music Therapy: An Interview with Dr. Dorita Berger

September 30, 2016
Jennifer Brout
ADHD, Alzheimer's Disease, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, misophonia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

Dr. Jennifer Jo Brout speaks with Dr. Dorita Berger about the various benefits music therapy can have on people with autism, ADHD, PTSD, and many other diagnoses.

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Week in Neurodiversity – Girl With Down Syndrome Realizes Cheerleading Dream (9/24/16)

September 23, 2016
Mike Nickas
Alzheimer's Disease, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, PTSD

In this episode, a girl with Down syndrome becomes an honorary cheerleader and have you seen the robot that helps children with autism?

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Diagnosing Neurodiversity: 7 Advocates Tell How They Learned They Have Autism | EDB 48

September 20, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

In this special episode of Exploring Different Brains, Hackie Reitman, M.D. presents 7 previous guests as they tell the story of how they were first diagnosed with autism.

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Why Therapy Shouldn’t Always Lead to Medication, with Dr. Lauren Gerber | EDB 46

September 6, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with returning guest Dr. Lauren Gerber, author and psychologist.

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Hackie Reitman,M.D. Speaks at AspenBrainLab 2016 at the Aspen Institute

September 5, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Neurodiversity

In this 17 minute presentation, Different Brains™ founder Hackie Reitman, M.D. tells his personal journey to understanding neurodiversity, and why it is so important for society to recognize the differences in our brains.

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Week In Neurodiversity – Friends with Down Syndrome Make a Zombie Movie Epic! (9/3/16)

September 3, 2016
Mike Nickas
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Taryn Manning stars in a movie about bipolar disorder, Cara Delevigne opens up about depression, and have you heard of the best friends with Down syndrome that created a zombie flick?

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Week in Neurodiversity – Michael Jordan Makes the Dreams of a Fan with Autism Come True (8/27/16)

August 27, 2016
Mike Nickas
ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, a young man with Down syndrome scores a touchdown, bee venom is helping those with Parkinson’s, and what did Michael Jordan do for a fan with autism? All these stories and more!

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The Benefits of Music for Therapy and the Neurodiverse

August 18, 2016
Martha Summa
Alzheimer's Disease, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Dementia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, stroke

Martha Summa discusses the important role music can play in therapy for the neurodiverse, and offers insight in to how different tempos can help different conditions.

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Empowering People With Autism: Enabling the Abilities of the Neurodiverse with Stacey Hoaglund | EDB 43

August 16, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode Dr. Hackie Reitman sits down with Stacey Hoaglund, a tireless advocate for the neurodiverse, and the mother of a son with autism.

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Seeing the World Through the Eyes of Your Child

August 10, 2016
Cheryl Checkers
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

The next time your child or client reacts in a way you don’t understand, try to see through their eyes. Ask what and why, before presuming their behavior is inappropriate.

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Communication and Asperger’s

August 8, 2016
Eric Zimmerman
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

Eric Zimmerman talks about how communication can present challenges for people on the autism spectrum.

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How Indian Head Massage May Benefit the Neurodiverse

August 2, 2016
Giuliana Fenwick
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

Giuliana Fenwick tells of how raising a son with autism led her to develop a method of massage that may prove beneficial to anyone neurodiverse.

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Autism and the Family: Therapeutic Solutions for the Household, with Dr. Lauren Gerber | EDB 40

July 19, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with author and psychologist Dr. Lauren Gerber.

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Week In Neurodiversity – Shark Tank Star Opens Up About Dyslexia (07/15/16)

July 16, 2016
Mike Nickas
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode a young woman with Asperger’s creates her own business, a new device may help those with Parkinson’s, and a Shark Tank star discusses his dyslexia.

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Action, Advocacy, and Friends: The Birth of AASCEND

July 12, 2016
Camilla Bixler
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

Sixteen years ago our family didn’t have any adult friends on the autism spectrum, now we have a whole roomful of them.

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Week In Neurodiversity – Have a Date For The Autism Ball? (7-9-16)

July 8, 2016
Mike Nickas
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, a teen creates the “autism ball”, a documentary shows us a unique look at autism, and do you know how scientists are handling neurological conditions?

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The Poetry in Asperger’s: Self Expression on the Spectrum, with Ian Hale, Ph.D. | EDB Episode 37

July 3, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. continues his conversation with Ian Hale, Ph.D., writer, poet, public speaker and researcher who happens to be on the autism spectrum.

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7 Tips To Make 4th of July Friendly to Those With Autism, Asperger’s, and Hyper-Senses

July 3, 2016
Mike Nickas
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

Between the barbecues, parties, and fireworks, the Fourth of July is one of the most festive times of the year. However, it can also be a problem for those with autism, Asperger's, or any other condition that involves hyper senses.

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Is Autism Hereditary? Neurodiversity in the Family Tree, with Ian Hale, Ph.D. | EDB Episode 36

June 28, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Ian Hale, Ph.D., a writer, poet, public speaker and researcher who happens to be on the autism spectrum.

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Week In Neurodiversity – The MMA Fighter With Autism (6-25-16)

June 24, 2016
Mike Nickas
Anxiety, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, a girl with autism receives thousands of cards for her birthday, comedian Michael McCreary opens about having Asperger’s, and did you here about the MMA fighter who was just diagnosed with autism?

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The Square Root of Father’s Day

June 19, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

You’re a dad. Though maybe you didn’t recognize it at the time, your child has a brain that’s a bit different. You know that when she was growing up you could have done some things differently.

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Special Needs Parenting: Feeling Like A Square Peg In A Round Hole

May 23, 2016
Mari Nosal, M.Ed
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

One cannot Google "Asperger's Syndrome" and profess to be an expert. I had to live it. I have learned more from special needs parenting then I ever learned in the classroom.

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What is it like to have autism? #WIN (4/30/16)

April 29, 2016
Matthew Ryan
ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

This week in neurodiversity features Irish snapchat star James Kavanagh, Nick Lachey and Bruno Mars' autism awareness contribution, and a robot designed to help autistic children improve their social skills. Hosted by Matthew Ryan.

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Housing and Neurodiversity with Carolyn Naifeh | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 19

April 26, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with Carolyn Naifeh, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Nashville IDD Housing Group.

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Advocating Neurodiversity at Florida Atlantic University’s CARD

April 25, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

Looking across the audience one can see how different everyone is, how neurodiversity reaches everyone. And with that comes a host of different ideas and philosophies, all backed up by very strong passion.

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Autism in the Family with Mari Nosal, M.Ed. | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 12

March 8, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. interviews Mari Nosal, M.Ed., author of "Ten Commandments Of Interacting With Kids On The Autism Spectrum."

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Week in Neurodiversity (3/5/16)

March 4, 2016
Matthew Ryan
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, bipolar, PTSD

On the Week in Neurodiversity, the host highlights newsworthy events in the news involving different brains. "Millennial Neurodiversity News" Hosted by Matthew Ryan.

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Hockey Player Talks About Living With Asperger’s and ADHD

December 30, 2015
Michael Capone
ADHD, Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Neurodiversity

People with Asperger’s syndrome are often uncomfortable enough in day-to-day social situations- let alone in the fast-paced action of an ice hockey ring.

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Parenting and Asperger’s Syndrome with Derek Volk | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 02

December 29, 2015
DBAdmin
Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Exploring Different Brains, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Dr. Reitman speaks with Derek Volk, author of "Chasing The Rabbit," host of The Derek Volk Show, and father of a son with Asperger's Syndrome.

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Quiet Santa Makes Christmas More Manageable for Children with Autism

December 21, 2015
Peter Bochner
Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

This year two radio hosts in Utah who have children with autism have created an event called "Quiet Santa" which is intended to give kids with autism or sensory disorders an experience with Santa that isn’t stressful or intimidating.

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Treating Autism with Raun Kaufman | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 01

December 15, 2015
DBAdmin
Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Exploring Different Brains, Neurodiversity

Dr. Harold "Hackie" Reitman interviews Raun Kaufman, the head of the Autism Treatment Center, and author of the book "Autism Breakthrough."

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British soccer star Wayne Rooney surprises fan with Asperger’s

December 15, 2015
Peter Bochner
ASD, Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

James King, a 15-year-old British boy who suffers from Asperger’s syndrome, was recently given tickets to attend a Manchester United soccer match through his school, Middleton Technology...

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It’s a Wonderful Life: Autism and the Holidays

December 6, 2015
Alicia Palelis
ASD, Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

Alicia Palelis offers some basic tips for autism parents to help get through the holidays season - and still enjoy it!

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The Club of True Neurodiversity Champions

December 4, 2015
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

It was at the end of July, and I’d had a good day at the U.S. Autism and Asperger Association’s national conference in Tuscon, Ariz. From my spot at the author’s table, I had met many wonderful people in the autism community...

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College football player with Asperger’s did the ‘impossible’

December 2, 2015
Peter Bochner
Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

Justin Hansen is a fifth-year defensive lineman for the Colorado State University Rams football team. He has 36 career tackles and hopes to play in the NFL. Doesn’t have to be the active roster, he’ll take the practice squad. Just to prove he can.