Introducing: Deeper Into Different Brains, with Emily Buckley
(VIDEO – 2 minutes) Introducing our brand new series called Deeper Into Different Brains, hosted by trainee Emily Buckley
Finding the Super Powers Within with Dr. April Lisbon | Episode 6: Haley Moss
(VIDEO – 26 minutes) Dr. April J. Lisbon speaks with author, attorney, and autism self-advocate Haley Moss.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Hayley’s Journey With PTSD
Hayley, 19, shares her story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and how having PTSD has played into her experiences with quarantine.
A Day in the Life of Someone with Developmental Coordination Disorder
Self-advocate Julia Futo shares her daily experiences with Developmental Coordination Disorder.
Understanding Your ADHD | ADHD Power Tools, with Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 8 minutes) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke offer tools for people with ADHD to understand it — and to be understood!
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers: Are You Asking the Right Questions?
Advocare’s Jill Poser – Kammet, CGCM highlights important questions for dementia and Alzheimer’s caregivers to ask in preparation.
Tackling Your To-Do List | ADHD Power Tools, with Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO – 3 minutes) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools on how to stay on top of your To-Dos!
Introducing ADHD Power Tools, with Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman, MA, ACC, BCC
(VIDEO – 2 minutes) ADHD Power Tools with Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman M.A., A.C.C., B.C.C. — where we give you the tools to unlock the power within for those with ADHD!
Pursuing Dreams on the Autism Spectrum, with Dr. Sreenath Jagannathan | EDB 217
(VIDEO – 22 minutes) Autism self-advocate Dr. Sreenath Jagannathan discusses how he is pursuing his dream of being a neuroradiologist.
What is Tuberous Sclerosis?
Self-advocate Preston Fitzgerald explains what Tuberous Sclerosis is, and how it affects his life.
TUBEROUS SCLEROSIS
Click here to view all Different Brains content about Tuberous Sclerosis What is Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC)? Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) is a genetic disorder that can affect almost every organ in the body. It is mainly diagnosed when doctors see a tumor somewhere through CT scans or MRIs. A major sign of having TSC […]
A Self-Advocate’s Perspective on Autistic Pride
Autism self-advocate Jennifer Huggins discusses why she is proud to be on the spectrum.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Ali’s Journey With ADHD & OCD
Ali, 21, shares his story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and how having ADHD and OCD has played into his experiences with quarantine.
Man With Cerebral Palsy Test Drives New Inclusive Swing
(VIDEO – 1 minute) We cover a story out of North Carolina, about a man with cerebral palsy who was able to test drive a new inclusive park swing.
HAAPE: Helping Adults with Autism Perform & Excel, with Lawrence Rothman, PhD | EDB 216
(VIDEO – 30 minutes) HAAPE CEO Larry Rothman, Ph.D. discusses helping people with autism find employment.
Is Your Client’s Mental Capacity Affecting Their Decision-Making Abilities?
Jill Poser – Kammet, CGCM discusses the challenges in gauging mental capacity when making decisions.
H.A.L.T. for Self Care | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 97
(AUDIO – 23 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss tools for self care, including the H.A.L.T. tool.
Neuro Cloud & Neurodistinct: Neurodiversity Refined
Autism self-advocate Tim Goldstein discusses two new concepts he created to change how people think about “neurodiversity”.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Zack’s Journey With Autism & Epilepsy
Zack, 25, shares his story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and how having ASD and Epilepsy has played into his experiences with quarantine.
Finding the Super Powers Within with Dr. April Lisbon | Episode 5: Melony Hill
(VIDEO – 15 minutes) Dr. April J. Lisbon speaks with self-advocate Melony Hill, who shares her journey with Dissociative Identity Disorder.
Patient Care During COVID-19, with Louis A. Shapiro of HSS | EDB 215
(VIDEO – 32 minutes) HSS CEO Louis A. Shapiro discusses maintaining high standards of hospital patient care during COVID-19.
Advocating in Plain Language, with Sara Luterman | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 96
(AUDIO – 37 minutes) Author and autism self-advocate Sara Luterman discusses her work creating plain language guides on complex topics, to help make those topics more accessible.
Landmark College: Maximizing Neurodiverse Potential, with Solvegi Shmulsky, M.Ed. | EDB 214
(VIDEO – 29 minutes) Solvegi Shmulsky, M.Ed. discusses directing Landmark College’s Center for Neurodiversity and supporting students with autism, ADHD, and other diagnoses.
Mental Health & Relationships: Dating a Narcissist
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT offers tools for recognizing if someone is dating a narcissist.
Ageless Aging: Lifelong Health for Brain & Body, with Maddy Dychtwald | EDB 213
(VIDEO – 29 minutes) AgeWave co-founder Maddy Dychtwald shares healthy aging tips for brain and body.
Autism in Kenya, with Abby Brooke | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 95
(AUDIO – 31 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome Kenyan-born autism self-advocate and activist Abby Brooke, founder of Walking Autism.
The Clutch Gene: Coping with Pre-Game Anxiety
Jonathan Spaan discusses the phenomena of “The Clutch Gene”, and looks at tools for pre-game anxiety.
Autism Career Pathways, with Maisie Soetantyo, M.Ed. | EDB 212
(29 minutes) Autism Career Pathways founder Maisie Soetantyo, M.Ed. discusses her work helping people on the spectrum find careers.
Study Finds New Drug Could Revolutionize Parkinson’s Treatment
Researchers appear to have yielded positive results from the experimental drug NLX-112 in treating Parkinson’s Disease.
How to Survive a Pandemic with Your Bright but Quirky Child: Tips from a Psychologist/Mom
Psychologist and mother Wendy Blumenthal, Ph.D. offers ten tips for parenting exceptional children during the pandemic.
Finding the Super Powers Within with Dr. April Lisbon | Episode 4: Alex Tallman
(VIDEO – 14 minutes) Dr. April J. Lisbon speaks with self-advocate Alex Tallman, who shares his journey with autism.
Turning Tough Days Around: The Brain & Improving Moods
Hackie Reitman, M.D. discusses how one positive news story improved his mood, and looks at what the brain is doing when that happens.
Autism Parenting in 2020, with Dr. April J. Lisbon | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 94
(AUDIO – 26 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome autism parent, coach, school psychologist, and author Dr. April J. Lisbon.
Neurodiversity Hub: Creating Opportunities Around the Globe, with Andrew Eddy | EDB 211
(VIDEO – 32 minutes) Untapped co-founder and Australian advocate Andrew Eddy discusses creating the Neurodiversity Hub — a resource for employment, education, and more.
How Dakota Johnson Is Changing the Way People Look at Depression
Autism self-advocate Joey Lamia explores how Dakota Johnson is using her depression diagnosis to battle mental health stigma.
Neurodiverse Housing, with Ashley Kim | EDB 210
(VIDEO – 25 minutes) Elevare Community founder Ashley Kim on housing for those with intellectual and developmental differences.
#AutisticBlackPride, with Kayla Smith | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 93
(AUDIO – 27 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome autism self-advocate Kayla Smith, creator of #AutisticBlackPride.
Improving Communication in Technology Driven Mental Health Services
Dr. Padmini Murthy, Dr. Vikas Grover and Dr. Saurabh Somvanshi look at how the pandemic has influenced mental health providers to embrace technology.
Where Neurodiversity Meets Racial Diversity, with Pierre Marsh | EDB 130
(18 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with author and neurodiversity advocate Pierre Marsh.
Finding the Super Powers Within with Dr. April Lisbon | Episode 3: Richard D Williams
(13 minutes) Dr. April Lisbon believes the differences in our brains can really be our super powers. In this episode, she speaks with self-advocate Richard D. Williams who shares his journey with bipolar syndrome.
Masks and Autism Sensory Issues | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 92
(AUDIO – 25 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss the issues that can arise for people with autism when wearing masks.
Mental Health & Relationships: Cultivating Love
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT offers 7 tips to cultivate love in your life in mentally healthy ways.
Helping Neurodiverse Students Grow, with Dr. Eric Nach | EDB 208
(VIDEO – 33 mins) Dr. Eric Nach shares how he supports the growth of students with autism, ADHD, and other diagnoses.
Man With Autism Sews Over 100 Masks For Hospitals
(VIDEO – 3 min 37 sec) In this episode: firefighters surprise a man with cerebral palsy, a man with autism makes hundreds of masks for hospitals & more!
An Autism Self-Advocate’s Thoughts On Anxiety
Autism self-advocate Jennifer Huggins shares her thoughts for those dealing with anxiety.
The Stanford Neurodiversity Project, with Dr. Lawrence Fung | EDB
(VIDEO – 28 minutes) Dr. Lawrence Fung, director of the Stanford Neurodiversity Project discusses how the university is helping maximize neurodiverse opportunities.
DYSPRAXIA
What is Dyspraxia? Dyspraxia is a brain-based motor disorder that affects physical coordination and causes children to perform less well than expected in daily activities. There is controversy whether dyspraxia and developmental coordination disorder (DCD) are the same thing or their own entities, as some medical professionals use these terms interchangeably and others consider […]
DEVELOPMENTAL COORDINATION DISORDER
Click here to view all Different Brains content about Developmental Coordination Disorder What is Developmental Coordination Disorder? Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is both a learning and physical disability. It is a form of dyspraxia, which is a neurological disorder that results in life-long impaired cognitive skills, such as poor motor memory, judgement, and processing abilities. […]
The Importance Of Exercise And Physical Activity For Neurodiverse Population
Physical therapist Barbora Vystejnova, PT, MS, DPT looks at the importance of physical activity for the neurodiverse, and offers some tips to get started.
Fitting In With Autism, with Sarah Kurchak | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 91
(41 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome Sarah Kurchak – a writer and autistic advocate living in Toronto.
The Other CTE: Toxicants & Your Brain, with Marcia Ratner, Ph.D. | EDB 207
(VIDEO – 24 mins) World-leading neurotoxicologist and research scientist Dr. Marcia Ratner discusses “the other CTE”: Chronic Toxic Encephalopathy.
Breathing & Mindfulness During COVID-19, with Ed Harrold | EDB 206
(VIDEO – 21 minutes) Author, motivational speaker, coach, and educator Ed Harrold returns to discuss breathing health during COVID-19.
When The COVID-19 Crisis Passes, Will We All Still Be Created Equal?
Stacy Gallin, D.M.H. and Ira Bedzow, Ph.D. highlight the importance of equality and fairness in resource allocation during the COVID-19 crisis.
Exposing Young Readers to Autism, with Sarah Kapit | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 90
(AUDIO – 25 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome autism self-advocate and author Sarah Kapit.
The Impact of COVID-19 on Populations with Special Needs
Dr. Padmini Murthy and Dr. Vikas Grover discuss the negative impacts of COVID-19 on the special needs community, and give tips for preventing them.
Is Autism Employment Improving? with Michael Bernick | EDB 205
(VIDEO – 28 minutes) “Autism Job Club” author and AASCEND board member Michael Bernick discusses the state of autism employment.
Finding the Super Powers Within with Dr. April Lisbon | Episode 2: Ricki Carter
(VIDEO – 11 minutes) Dr. April J. Lisbon believes the differences in our brains can really be our super powers. In this episode, she speaks with self-advocate Ricki Carter. Ricki shares her journey with dyslexia and dyscalculia.
Neurodiversity Resources For The Coronavirus
A message from our founder, and our growing list of COVID-19 resources for different brains.
Mental Health & Relationships: Detaching From Unhealthy Situations
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses ways to recognize when a relationship has become unhealthy, and gives tips for how to detach from it.
How 2 Communities Celebrated Neurodiverse Birthdays During Coronavirus Shutdown
(VIDEO – 3 min 30 sec) In this episode: communities come together to celebrate the birthdays of neurodiverse loved ones, a boy with Down syndrome meets his younger sister in a viral video, and more!
Becoming a Special Father For Special Kids, with David Hirsch | EDB 204
(VIDEO – 22 minutes) David Hirsch founder of 21st Century Dads discusses fatherhood and how his organization is mentoring special needs dads.
Success: An Autism Self-Advocate’s Viewpoint
Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses success – what it means to him, and how it can be achieved.
COVID-19 & Remote Yoga, with Mikhaela Ackerman | Spectrumly Speaking 89
(AUDIO – 27 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome back autism self-advocate Mikhaela Ackerman to discuss practicing yoga in quarantine.
Therapists Give Tips For Dealing With Coronavirus Anxiety
Three therapists give insights on how to cope with anxiety during the coronavirus pandemic.
How Two Tennis players with Autism Found Love
(3 min 22 sec) In this episode: we look at a new treatment for OCD, a recently diagnosed teen with multiple sclerosis hosts a walk for awareness, special olympians on the autism spectrum get married, and more!
Succeeding with Tourette Syndrome, with Brian Schulman | EDB 203
(VIDEO – 20 minutes) Forbes Featured Entrepreneur and LinkedIn Influencer Brian Schulman discusses overcoming Tourette Syndrome.
Autism & April | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 88
(AUDIO – 33 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss the challenges of recognizing autism month amidst the coronavirus pandemic.
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Honors Friend With Down Syndrome
(3min 41sec) In this episode: a student with dyslexia becomes empowered by a science project, a special olympics athlete with Down syndrome has a special bond with The Rock, and more!
Neurodiversity & Chronic Pain, with Karen Prescod the BowTie Gurl | EDB 202
(VIDEO – 26 minutes) BowTie Kids founder Karen Prescod on battling her chronic pain with mindfulness.
Finding the Super Powers Within with Dr. April Lisbon | Episode 1: Bria Brown
(VIDEO – 15 mins) Dr. April Lisbon believes the differences in our brains can really be our super powers. In this episode, she speaks with self-advocate Bria Brown about her experiences with anxiety, depression and ADHD.
Did Leonardo DaVinci Have ADHD?
(VIDEO – 3min 35sec) In this episode: a young women with ALS looks to become a disability lifestyle influencer, a study suggests Leonardo DaVinci may have had ADHD, and more!
Recognizing Sibling Bullying and Abuse
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT looks at the often ignored problem of sibling bullying and abuse, and highlights ways to detect it.
Harnessing Abilities With ADHD, with Brooke Schnittman | EDB 201
(VIDEO – 22 minutes) ADHD and Executive Functioning Coach Brooke Schnittman discusses how to harness abilities of the neurodiverse.
Contending with the Coronavirus on the Autism Spectrum, with Sherry Moss | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 87
(AUDIO – 45 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome back Sherry Moss to discuss ways the disruptions to normal life being caused by the coronavirus, and tools to help.
Meet France’s First Politician With Down Syndrome
(VIDEO – 3min 31sec) In this episode: a non-verbal teen on the autism spectrum wins a baking competition, France gets their first politician with Down syndrome, and more!
Autism and the Coronavirus
We look at some basic tips for keeping loved ones on the autism spectrum safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
An Introduction to Stress Management, with Dr. Marsha D. Brown | EDB 194
(VIDEO – 14 minutes) Dr. Marsha Brown covers the basics of stress management with Dr. Hackie Reitman.
Ozzy Osbourne Shares His Battle With Parkinson’s
(VIDEO – 3min 33sec) In this episode: a high school wrestler with Down syndrome teaches his team lessons that go beyond the mat, Ozzy Osbourne opens up about Parkinson’s, and more!
What Made You Smile Today? with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB
(VIDEO – 27 minutes) Suicide Prevention expert Dr. Mark Goulston returns to discuss his initiative to improve human connections.
Understanding DIR/Floortime, with Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D. | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 86
(AUDIO – 43 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome autism educator, consultant, and DIR/Floortime provider Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D..
