Autism & Masking
Self-advocate Robert Schmus discusses why masking can be harmful to autistic individuals.
ADHD & Teamwork | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss ADHD & Teamwork!
Neurodiversity and Grieving
Parenting Coach, Cognitive Specialist, and Autism mom Bea Moise, M.S., BCCS. discusses the processing of grief in neurodivergent children.
Autistic Girls & Camouflaging
Nicola Heady looks at the phenomena of “camouflaging” in girls with autism, and the mental health repercussions it can create.
Finding Neurodiversity in the Criminal Justice System, w/ Helen Arnold-Richardson | EDB 233
(VIDEO – 23 mins) Do-IT Profiler’s Helen Arnold-Richardson discusses their work screening for neurodiversity in the justice system.
Why Educators Need Meditation
Educator Hilda Pacheco shares how meditation can help educators, especially during times of uncertainty.
Neurodivergent Parenting, with Bea Moise | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 125
(AUDIO – 37 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist, parenting coach, writer, and autism mom Bea Moise.
Anatomy of Organization with Jeff Copper | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 16 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Jeff Copper discuss the Anatomy of Organization!
Take Your Pick: An Autistic’s Journey Away From STEM
Autistic self-advocate Christiana Koch discusses her journey in finding fulfillment and a career outside of STEM.
Today’s Caveman: ADHD, Recovery, & The Brain
Coach Mike Liss, Esq. shares how his journey with ADHD led him from a career in law, to drug recovery, and into helping the neurodivergent.
The Narcissistic Parent
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses narcissistic parents, and how they can create toxic households.
Prioritization: Task Darwinism with Jeff Copper | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 21 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Jeff Copper discuss Task Darwinism!
Alzheimer’s & Down Syndrome, with LuMind IDSC’s Dr James Hendrix | EDB 241
(VIDEO – 25 mins) Dr. James Hendrix discusses his work studying the high rate of Alzheimer’s in the Down Syndrome community.
Autism & Fandom, with Kelly Coons | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 124
(AUDIO – 46 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with author and self-advocate Kelly Coons.
What I Learned from Interviewing 24 Men with Inattentive ADHD
Cynthia Hammer, MSW, Executive Director of the Inattentive ADHD Coalition, shares what she learned from polling men with the condition.
Autistic DJ Follows His Dream | W.I.N.
(VIDEO – 1min 54sec) In this episode, we’ll be finding out about an autistic DJ who is following his dreams while inspiring others.
Clarity & Motivation with Jeff Copper | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 14 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke are joined by ADHD and life coach, Jeff Copper, to discuss how Clarity & Motivation are related!
Narcissists’ Dirty Little Secret
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses the feelings that narcissists hide, and how to look out for their methods of obfuscation.
ADHD & Motivation, with Brooke Schnittman and Ali Idriss | DB Speaker Series
(VIDEO – 53mins) Coach Brooke Schnittman and self-advocate Ali Idriss present tools and tips for finding motivation and accomplishing goals with ADHD.
Cognitive Distortions | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 123
(AUDIO – 28 mins) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss the psychological phenomena of cognitive distortions, and discusses how to identify and overcome them.
Autism, Perfectionism, and Yoga: “Settling For” vs. “Settling In”
Sean Inderbitzen and his friend Bibs explore ways yoga and mindfulness can help autistic individuals.
Redefining Adulting: a Brief Primer for Different Brains
Rachel Bédard, Ph.D. looks at “adulting,” and examines how people, regardless of diagnosis, develop the skills they use as adults.
ADHD & COVID-19 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 9 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for ADHD & COVID-19!
Creating Sensory-Friendly Theater, with Broward Center for the Performing Arts’ Gustavo Padrino | EDB 257
(VIDEO – 21 mins) Broward Center’s Gustavo Padrino discusses their sensory-friendly performances for the neurodivergent.
Online ADHD Directories: Proceed with Caution
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW discusses the problems present in many online directories for ADHD.
The Neurobiology of Empathy, with UChicago’s Dr Peggy Mason | EDB 248
(VIDEO – 34 mins) University of Chicago’s Dr. Peggy Mason discusses her work on the neurobiological basis of empathy.
Social Spaces & Meeting People: Dating on the Autism Spectrum
Self-advocate and therapist Sean Inderbitzen explores some of the challenges of dating as an adult on the spectrum.
ADHD & Hobbies | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 9 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for ADHD & Hobbies!
Autism in 2022 | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 122
(AUDIO – 29 mins) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss what they think the best moments for the autism community were for 2021, and what they hope 2022 has in store!
ADHD & Reading | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for ADHD & Reading!
B.R.I.D.G.E.: Stigma-Free Connections for the Neurodivergent
ADHD self-advocate and Theara founder Renee Rosales M.Ed. discusses a new approach to forming meaningful connections for the neurodivergent.
Neurodiversity in Israel, with Jacki Edry | EDB 256
(VIDEO – 27mins) Author and self-advocate Jacki Edry discusses neurodiversity acceptance & inclusion in Israel.
ADHD & Dopamine | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss the correlation between ADHD and Dopamine!
Young Autistic Adult Independence | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 121
(AUDIO – 34 mins) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss independence for young adults on the spectrum, and Haley’s new book “The Young Autistic Adult’s Independence Handbook.”
Dyslexia & Creativity: Harnessing Diverse Minds, with Ken Gobbo | EDB 209
(VIDEO – 29 minutes) Landmark University professor emeritus Ken Gobbo discusses harnessing neurodiverse minds, and his book “Dyslexia and Creativity”.
Situational Variability | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 9 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss ADHD & Situational Variability!
Adult ADHD & Uninformed Clinicians: Enough Already!
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW discusses the challenges of finding clinicians informed about ADHD.
Flyers Hockey Alumni Give 6 Year Old With Down Syndrome Adaptive Bike | WIN
(VIDEO – 1min 40sec) In this episode, we head over to the Philadelphia Flyers Training Facility in New Jersey, where a young girl with Down syndrome was presented with an adaptive bike.
The State of Alzheimer’s Research, with Dr Marcia Ratner & Dr James Hendrix | EDB 255
(VIDEO – 29 mins) Dr. Marcia Ratner & Dr. James Hendrix discuss recent developments in Alzheimer’s research.
ADHD & Social Anxiety | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for social anxiety!
How to Be Present
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses what being “present” means, and how to be it more often.
ADHD & Writing | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 9 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for writing!
Autism & PTSD, with Sean Inderbitzen | EDB 254
(VIDEO – 24 mins) Therapist and self-advocate Sean Inderbitzen discusses PTSD on the autism spectrum.
ADHD & Self-diagnosis | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke talk about ADHD & Self-diagnosing!
Pregnancy Part 2 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 9 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss more tools for ADHD & Pregnancy!
The Gift of Neurodiversity
Jacki Edry shares her family’s journey of discovering, accepting, and harnessing their neurodiversity.
Parenting a Child with a Rare Diagnosis, with John Hiski Ridge | EDB 253
(VIDEO – 30 mins) John Hiski Ridge discusses what he has learned racing a child with a rare diagnosis – 22q.
Motivation | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 9 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for staying motivated!
My Experiences With Anxiety & How I Cope
Sarai Welch discusses her journey dealing with anxiety, and the tools that help her.
Autism Dad Creates Sensory-Friendly Haunted House | WIN
(VIDEO – 1min 37sec) In this episode, we cover an autism and sensory-friendly haunted house created for the halloween season in Ironton, Ohio.
Myths About ADHD Can Contribute To Our Early Deaths
Cynthia Hammer, MSW shares 7 common myths that can effect the lives of people with ADHD.
Advocating for Accessibility & Accommodations, with Sarah Goldman | EDB 225
(VIDEO – 18 mins) Cerebral Palsy self-advocate Sarah Goldman discusses her fight for inclusion.
Finding My Connect: Building a Virtual Community for Neurodivergent Kids
Caroline Bilal shares how searching for resources for her son with Syngap1 led her to co-found the the community app MyConnect.
Accountability Part 2 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 9 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke talk about what accountability is and discuss tools to stay accountable!
Autism and Dating | DB Speaker Series
(VIDEO – 78 mins) Dating and relationship tips from ASD self-advocates Amy Gravino, Morénike Giwa Onaiwu, Marcell Ciampi, Toni Boucher, Lyric Holmans & JR Reed.
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 6 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria!
Splitting: Why We Love Dr. Jekyll and Hate Mr. Hyde
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses “splitting”, and the emotional and phycological effects it can have in relationships.
Building an Inclusive Workforce, with Matt Anderson of PRIDE Industries | EDB 252
(VIDEO – 31 mins) Matt Anderson of PRIDE Industries discusses his work creating employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Imposter Syndrome | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke talk about what Imposter Syndrome is and discuss tools to prevent it!
Coaching vs Therapy | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss and compare both coaching and therapy!
Demystifying Therapy | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 118
(AUDIO – 30 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts go guest-less to discuss therapy — what it is, how it helps, why people need it, and how to get started.
Taking a Pause | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 6 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke talk about why taking a pause is so crucial for the ADHD brain!
Autism and Medicaid: a Roadmap to Mental Health Services
Behavioral health clinician and autism self-advocate Sean Inderbitzen outlines how to advocate for more access to mental health services for people with autism.
My Life with Inattentive ADHD
Cynthia Hammer, MSW shares how receiving a diagnosis of Inattentive ADHD inspired her mission to raise awareness of the under-diagnosed condition.
Narcissistic Personality Disorder, with Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT | EDB 250
(VIDEO – 21 mins) Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explains the realities of Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
Staying Focused Part 2 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 6 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss more tools for staying focused to add to your toolbox!
Vitamins & Supplements | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 9 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss vitamins & supplements to support the ADHD brain!
Defining Neurodiversity, with Marcelle Ciampi M.Ed. (Samantha Craft) | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 117
(31 minutes) Haley Moss & Dr. Lori Butts welcome back self-advocate Marcelle Ciampi M.Ed. (Samantha Craft) to discuss the new way she see neurodiversity.
Back to School | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for going back to school!
Organization Part 3 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for Organization so you can add more tools to your Organization Toolbox!
Becoming a Neurodiversity Self-Advocate, with Siena Castellon | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 116
(AUDIO – 40 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with autism self-advocate and author Siena Castellon.
Sensory Issues For Neurodiverse Students
Lisa R. Berman, LMSW discusses common sensory challenges experienced by neurodiverse students.
Supporting the Down Syndrome Community, w/ NDSS’ Kandi Pickard & Margot Rhondeau | EDB 247
(VIDEO – 30 mins) Kandi Pickard & Margot Rhondeau share how the NDSS is helping the Down syndrome community.
ADHD & Pregnancy | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools on ADHD & Pregnancy!
How Self-Love is Key to Codependency Recovery
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the role self-acceptance and self-love play in recovering from codependency, and offers tips to achieve both.
Uncertainty & Autism: A Self-Advocate’s Perspective
Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses uncertainty, and the role it plays with his anxiety and OCD.
Prioritization | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for prioritizing your tasks!
Uncertainty | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 115
(AUDIO – 30 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts go guest-less to discuss uncertainty, and healthy ways to manage it.
Back to School: How Mainstream Education has Changed in the Past 40 Years
Educator Hilda Pacheco reflects on the changes in neurodiversity awareness that she has witnessed through her 40 year career.
The US Autism Association, with Dr Marlo Payne Thurman | EDB 246
(VIDEO – 19 mins) Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman shares how the US Autism Association is helping the autism community.