Museum Offers Neurodivergent-Friendly Sensory Experiences | Week in Neurodiversity
This week’s episode highlights how one museum is welcoming neurodivergent guests through creating sensory-friendly experiences.
Could Artificial Intelligence End Paralysis? | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode highlights a revolutionary new technology offering hope to people suffering from paralysis.
Neurodiversity and Trauma, with Megan MacKay | EDB 336
VIDEO – Autism self-advocate and therapist Megan MacKay returns to discuss her work helping those experiencing PTSD and CPTSD.
Understanding Epilepsy, with Anna Diaz & Luis Martinez of Epilepsy Alliance Florida | EDB 324
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.
2024 In Review: The Self-Advocates | EDB 333
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!
A Sensory-Friendly Train Ride For The Holidays | W.I.N.
VIDEO – In this Episode, we’ll be hopping onboard a festive holiday train ride geared towards those with sensory sensitivities.
Autism & Self-Acceptance, with Sam Farmer | EDB 327
Autism self-advocate, author, and speaker Sam Farmer discusses replacing internalized ableism with self-acceptance.
How Therapy Animals Help, with Courtney Trzcinski, Laura Rogers & Gracie | EDB 320
VIDEO – The team from Canine Assisted Therapy shares what therapy animals do, and how they positively impact those with social and health challenges.
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.
Blind & Autistic Vocalist Inspires Through Music | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode highlights Holly Connor, a talented performer who is also a blind autism self-advocate!
Mental Health on the Autism Spectrum, with Cheryl Checkers & Dr Christopher Kye | EDB 325
VIDEO – Cheryl Checkers and Dr. Christopher Kye shares their experience working with autistic patients experiencing mental health challenges.
Navigating PDA: Demand Avoidance, Autism & Neurodiversity, with Diane Gould | EDB 331
VIDEO – PDA expert and autism self-advocate Diane Gould, LCSW discusses Demand Avoidance.
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.
Rethinking Education: Making School Work for Every Brain, with Joseph Lento | EDB 307
VIDEO – Educator & musician Joseph Lento discusses how he thinks the education system can better serve neurodiverse students.
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.
Boy with Speech Apraxia Finds His Voice Through Music | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode highlights a young man who isn’t letting speech apraxia keep him from expressing himself!
9Muses: Supporting Mental Health Through Art & Peer Support, with Nicole Storrs | EDB 323
VIDEO – 9Muses Art Center’s Nicole Storrs shares how their drop-in center is helping people with mental health challenges.
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.
Suicide Prevention & Mental Health, with Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC | EDB 329
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.
Recognizing Intersectional Trauma, with Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC | EDB 328
VIDEO – Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Trauma & Resiliency Expert Aisha T. McDonald shares why trauma should be looked at through an intersectional lens.
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.
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.
How One Clinic is Rethinking IDD Healthcare | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode highlights Kramer Davis Health, a clinic that is rethinking healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities!
Interactive Theater Experience for Neurodivergent Kids | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode looks at a unique theatrical performance aimed at creating an interactive, sensory-safe experience for neurodivergent children.
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.
The Spelling Bee Champion w/ Down Syndrome that’s Challenging Stereotypes | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode looks at a young spelling bee champion that is changing how people think about Down syndrome.
Breakthrough Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode looks at an exciting breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease being pioneered by neurosurgeon Ali Rezai!
How a Dog is Reducing Anxiety at the Dentist’s Office | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode looks at how one dentist’s office is battling patient anxiety: dog cuddles!
Autism & Developmental Therapy, with Dr. Jennie Trocchio | EDB 315
VIDEO – Dr. Jennie Trocchio shares how developmental therapy can help autistic individuals, and how it differs from behavioral methods.
Brooklyn Bakery Trains Neurodivergent Adults | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode looks at Invictus Bakery, a bakery in Brooklyn, New York training neurodivergent individuals.
NAMI: Empowering People Living With Mental Illness, feat. Katherine Murphy of NAMI PBC | EDB 322
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.
Autism Mom’s “Fairy Trail” Creates Magical Getaway for Families | Week in 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.
New Guidelines for Doctors in Screening Anxiety | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This week’s episode focuses on the new guidelines being given to doctors for better detecting anxiety in their patients.
Fusion Academy: Success Through One-On-One Education, with Tainah Georges | EDB 321
VIDEO – Fusion Academy’s Tainah Georges explains how they use a one-student-to-one-teacher model that allows students to achieve academically.
A New Brain Implant Gives ALS Patients a Voice | Week in Neurodiversity
VIDEO – This episode focuses on a new brain implant, developed at Stanford University, that promises to give ALS patients increased abilities to communicate.
CAI: Harnessing Neurodiverse Talent, with Anthony Pacilio | EDB 317
VIDEO – Anthony Pacilio of CAI shares how they are helping organizations realize the benefits of neurodiversity.
Sensory Friendly Live Sports for Neurodivergent Fans | Week in 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!
Eye Test for Autism Approved by the FDA | Week in 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!
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!
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.
Do Dolls Help Kids Develop Social Skills? | W.I.N.
VIDEO – In this Episode, we’ll be talking about a recent study that suggests playing with dolls can help children develop social skills.
Navigating Mental Health Challenges, with Gabriela Guardarrama | EDB 310
VIDEO – Mental Health counselor Gabriela Guardarrama shares her personal experiences dealing with bipolar disorder.
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.
Autism Advocacy & Siblings, with Hayley and Matthew Leach | EDB 306
VIDEO – Miss Missouri 2023 Hayley Leach & self-advocate Matthew Leach discuss being siblings working together for the autism community.
Resources for Caregiver Challenges | DB Caregiver Webinar Series pt.5
VIDEO – Presenters Pati Fizzano, Melodie Plaise and Carolina Leon address the overall issues caregivers commonly face, including burnout.
Atlas Primer: Making Education Accessible, with Hinrik Jósafat Atlason | EDB 305
VIDEO – Atlas Primer CEO and founder Hinrik Jósafat Atlason shares how the learning assistant app can make education more accessible for neurodivergent learners.
Neurodiversity in S.T.E.M. Education, with the TERC Team | EDB 304
VIDEO – Team members from TERC share the organization’s innovative work for making S.T.E.M. education more inclusive for neurodivergent learners.
Caregiving and Cultural Diversity | DB Caregiver Webinar Series pt.4
VIDEO – Presenters Pati Fizzano, Melodie Plaise and Carolina Leon address cultural diversity to promote inclusion, equity, and justice in caregiving.
The Autism Theater Project: Creating Inclusion on the Stage & Screen | EDB 303
VIDEO – Members of the Autism Theater Project share how they are working to change the perception of neurodiversity through performing.
Making Democracy Accessible, with Travis Misurell | EDB 302
VIDEO – Autism self-advocate Travis Misurell shares how the Future Is Now Coalition is working to make the democratic process more accessible.
Psychology & Social Justice, with Lauren Shure, Ph.D., LMHC | EDB 301
VIDEO – Dr. Lauren Shure discusses social justice in the field of psychology, and the importance of inclusive mental health care.
Tool Kits for Work / Life Balance | DB Caregiver Webinar Series pt.3
VIDEO – Presenters Pati Fizzano, Melodie Plaise and Carolina Leon provides caregiver with practical tools and interventions to help them balance their roles and continue to engage in self-care practices.
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”.
Networking & Community for Caregivers | DB Caregiver Webinar Series pt.2
VIDEO – Presenters Melodie Plaise and Carolina Leon explore the importance of networking and community support for caregivers.
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.
Self-Care & Mindfulness for Caregivers | DB Caregiver Webinar Series pt.1
VIDEO – Presenters Carolina Leon, Melodie Plaise, and Pati Fizzano discuss the importance of and tools for caregiver self-care and mindfulness.
Traveling with Disabilities, with Dr. JR Harding | EDB 298
VIDEO – Celebrated disability advocate and author, FSU’s Dr. JR Harding, discusses his world travels, and why he thinks everyone needs an adventure.
Pioneering Workplace Inclusion, with Dr. JR Harding | EDB 297
VIDEO – Celebrated disability advocate and author, FSU’s Dr. JR Harding, discusses his work helping the next generation of business leaders embrace inclusion.
Launching Neurodivergent Careers, with Hilary Kokenda of Zavikon | EDB 296
VIDEO – Zavikon COO Hilary Kokenda discusses their work creating and facilitating career opportunities for neurodivergent individuals.
Studying Psychology & Maintaining Mental Health, with Shanna Anssari | EDB 295
VIDEO – Psychology student Shanna Anssari, M.S. shares how she navigated mental health challenges while pursuing her education.
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.
Navigating Sensory Sensitivities, with Dr. Janice Ryan | EDB 273
VIDEO – Dr. Janice Ryan shares how awareness of sensory issues improves therapy for the neurodivergent.
“Dealing with Stress” by Jesse Marcus | DB Speakers Bureau
Different Brains intern Jesse Marcus shares his strategies for dealing with stress and leads a stress reduction exercise.
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.
“How I Became a Birdwatcher” by Zachary Hoaglund | DB Speakers Bureau
VIDEO – Different Brains intern and autism self-advocate Zachary Hoaglund shares his birdwatching experiences and how he became interested in it.
Becoming a Mental Health Professional, with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 293
VIDEO – Author & psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston shares his journey to being a mental health professional.
Parenting & Teen Mental Health, with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 292
VIDEO – Author & psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston shares advice for parents with teens having a mental health crisis.
Exceptional Care for the Neurodivergent, with Dr. Hoangmai (Mai) Pham | EDB 291
VIDEO – IEC founder Dr. Mai Pham discusses their work transforming healthcare for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
Working Together for the Autism Community, with Dr. Michael Alessandri | EDB 290
VIDEO – UM-NSU CARD’s Dr. Michael Alessandri shares the importance of organization partnerships in supporting the autistic community.
Mattel Unveils First Barbie with Down Syndrome | W.I.N.
VIDEO – In this episode, we’ll be taking a look at the first Barbie with Down Syndrome!
How COVID Changed Autism Services, with Dr. Michael Alessandri | EDB 289
VIDEO – UM-NSU CARD’s Dr. Michael Alessandri discusses how the COVID19 pandemic forced autism providers to rethink how they deliver services.
Fostering Positive Development on the Autism Spectrum, with Dr. J. Trocchio, Dr. L. Moyano & Y. Mora-Perea | EDB 278
VIDEO – Positive Development’s Dr. Jennie Trocchio, Dr. Lina Moyano & Yomayra Mora-Perea share their work creating a new option in therapy for neurodivergent individuals.
Loving Your Place On The Spectrum, with Jude Morrow | EDB 258
(VIDEO – 31 minutes) Irish autistic self-advocate, author, and speaker Jude Morrow returns to discuss his new book “Loving Your Place On The Spectrum”.
Autism & Sleep, with Dr. Beth Malow | EDB 238
(VIDEO – 26 minutes) Vanderbilt University’s Dr. Beth Malow discusses sleep challenges on the autism spectrum.
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.
Autism Surf Therapy in Australia | W.I.N.
VIDEO – In this episode, we’ll be talking about how surf therapy is improving the lives of those with autism.
Go Baby Go: Independence Through Mobility, with Dr. Cole Galloway | EDB 288
VIDEO – Go Baby Go founder and Univ of Delaware professor Dr. Cole Galloway discusses his work helping children with mobility challenges.
“Autism Is Not a Crime” with Australian self-advocate Tom Oliver | EDB 269
(VIDEO – 30 mins) Australian self-advocate Tom Oliver discusses his work helping autistic individuals caught in the justice system.
How One Autistic Musician is Giving Back | W.I.N.
VIDEO – In this episode, we’ll be sharing the story of one teen on the autism spectrum who is giving back to an organization that changed her life!
