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.
5 Tips for Safe Neurodiverse Trick or Treating
Halloween can be a lot of fun for kids regardless of label – so here are our “5 Ps” to achieving safe and fun trick or treating!
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.
OCD in College: How to Combat the Obsessions & Thrive in School
Student and Self-advocate Emily Carter shares 5 tips for for thriving in college with OCD.
Navigating PDA: Demand Avoidance, Autism & Neurodiversity, with Diane Gould | EDB 331
VIDEO – PDA expert and autism self-advocate Diane Gould, LCSW discusses Demand Avoidance.
Coping with Depression and Despair
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores the common causes of depression and despair, and shares ways to overcome them.
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.
Why Sleep & Circadian Rhythms Matter For Mental Health
Sarah L. Chellappa, MD., MPH., PhD., highlights the role sleep can play in maintaining our mental health.
How to Celebrate Neurodiversity at Work
Sophie Bishop explores ways to support neurodivergent peers in the workplace, and how it can benefit businesses.
Autistic Pride, with Zoe Darazsdi | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 161
AUDIO – In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with therapist, researcher, and autistic self-advocate Zoe Darazsdi.
The Coping Tools
Therapist and self-advocate Gabriela Guardarrama shares tools for dealing with stress and other mental health challenges.
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.
Helping People Along Their Neurodiverse Journeys
Psychotherapist, mentor, and self-advocate Sally Nilsson discusses ways to support the neurodivergent.
Gender Differences in Diagnosis of Autism
Amelia Zannoni explores the gender disparity in autism diagnosis, theories why it exists, and the affects a delayed diagnosis can have.
What It’s Like Living in a Neurodiverse Family
Self-advocate Nicholas Ivins discusses the realities and benefits of living in a 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.
The Truth About Codependent Relationships
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores some of the hidden aspects of codependent relationships, and how to overcome the problems they create.
Sample Letters To Your Child’s New Teacher- For Apraxia, Autism, Or Any Neurodiversity
Lisa Gang shares examples of ways to communicate a neurodivergent child’s needs to their education team.
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!
Self-Acceptance for Autistic Women, with Zhara Astra | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 160
AUDIO – Hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with self-advocate, film / television writer & producer, and professor at Arizona State University Zhara Astra.
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.
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.
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.
Back To School: Teaching Students on the Autism Spectrum
Educator Hilda Pacheco offers tips and tool to teachers with students on the autism spectrum.
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.
Are You Kind or Codependent?
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT offers tools for differentiating between being a kind caregiver and a codependent caretaker.
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.
Tuberous Sclerosis Complex and “TAND”
Tuberous Sclerosis self-advocate Preston Fitzgerald discusses “TAND”, and the impact it can have on those with the condition.
The Signs and Effects of Emotional Incest
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores the phenomena of emotional incest, and it’s mental health repercussions.
Disability Pride Month | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 159
AUDIO – In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss Disability Pride Month, share life updates, and talk about the importance of simple joys.
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.
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!
Communication Development Through Play
Speech-Language Pathologist Brianna Stampler, M.S., CCC-SLP discusses the role of play in the development of communication skills.
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”.
How to Recover from Trauma
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses multiple tools for those working to overcome trauma.
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.
Boy Scout with Cerebral Palsy On His Way to Eagle Status | Week in 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!
Project S.A.L.T.: Creating Self-Advocate Leaders, with Univ. of Miami’s Shelly Baer & Jairo Arana | EDB 319
VIDEO – University of Miami’s Shelly Baer & Jairo Arana discuss the Self-Advocate Leadership Training (SALT) program.
Scorching Stress: How Heat Can Impact Your Mental Health
Amelia Zannoni explores recent research that suggests extreme heat can have an impact on our mental well-being.
How to Advocate for Your Needs to the Government
Autism & mental health self-advocate Kim Lew shares her experiences going to Capital Hill, and offers ways to let elected officials know about your needs.
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.
Brain Surgery & Neurodiversity: The Beginning of My Journey
Christine Kujawski shares how surgery to remove a brain tumor forever altered her life and relationship with neurodiversity.
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.
Are Narcissists Born or Made?
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores the origins of narcissism. Is it nature or nurture?
Autism & Mental Health, with Cheryl Checkers, LMHC, NCC | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 158
AUDIO – In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with Mental Health Counselor and ASD Specialist Cheryl Checkers, LMHC, NCC.
Onboarding First Day – Dyslexia Style
Corporate consultant, author and speaker Tiffany Sunday gives people with dyslexia tips for to have a successful first day of a new job.
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!
Learning About Learning Styles
ADHD self-advocate Nicholas Bamonte discusses different learning styles, and explores the debate about if they even exist.
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.
Boy With Cerebral Palsy Discovers Love of Running | Week in 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!
How Autism Helped Our Martial Arts School
Rochelle Brenner shares how accommodating students with autism led to better martial arts classes for everyone.
Personal Safety on the Autism Spectrum, with Robyn Steward | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 157
AUDIO – In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with autism self-advocate, author, speaker, and musician Robyn Steward.
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.
Anorexia Nervosa in Women on the Autism Spectrum
Autism self-advocate and eating disorder specialist Brenda Grund shares important information about the co-occurence of ASD and Anorexia Nervosa in women.
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!
British Comedy & Neurodiversity, with Ashley Storrie | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 156
AUDIO – Hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with Scottish autism self-advocate, comedian, writer, and actor Ashley Storrie of the new Hulu/BBC series Dinosaur.
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.
Mental Health & Relationships: The Distancer
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses pursuer-distancer relationships, and its relationship with attachment styles.
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.
Life With Epilepsy: Acceptance, Courage, Strength & Determination
Self-advocate Lesley Donnelly shares what she has learned from her lifelong journey with epilepsy.
Sensory Trauma and Proactive Regulation
Autism self-advocate Emma Reardon shares how negative sensory experiences can lead to trauma, and how to proactively prevent them.
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.
How the Hospital System is Failing When it Comes to Cognitive Issues
Dementia self-advocate Michael Ellenbogen shares how hospitals and medical providers could give better care to those with cognitive issues.
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.
The First Sheriff’s Deputy with Down Syndrome | Week in 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.
Women’s History Month | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 155
AUDIO – In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts, inspired by Women’s History Month, share a few women that have made a big impact on the autism community.
Dewey or Hooey?: Exploring the Concepts Behind the Dewey Classroom
Educator & musician Joseph S. Lento explores the concepts of the Dewey Classroom, and how it encourages neurodiversity-friendly teaching.
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.
How Narcissistic & Addict Parents Impact Their Children
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores the impact that parents with Narcissistic Personality Disorder or Addiction issues have on their children.
Artist With ADHD Creates A Children’s Book You Can Visit | Week in Neurodiversity
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”.
What 40 Years Of Mental Illness Has Taught Me
Australian businessman David Westgate shares lessons he has learned through living with bipolar syndrome.
ASD Band, with Rawan Tuffaha | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 154
AUDIO – In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with self-advocate, singer, and songwriter Rawan Tuffaha.
