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Category: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Hollywood Visual Effects Studio Embraces Artists with Autism

There is a new wave of digital effects artists making their way in the...
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The Autism Doctor Brian Udell M.D. | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 14

The Autism Doctor Brian Udell M.D. | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 14

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. interviews Brian Udell, M.D., medical director of the...
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A World of Possibilities for Autism: Here, There, Everywhere

A World of Possibilities for Autism: Here, There, Everywhere

Whether in a small town in Mississippi or within a 4.3 million-person metropolis, communities...
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Circus Caters to Audiences with Autism

Circus Caters to Audiences with Autism

When you think of a circus, you think of the wild events, strange lights,...
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autism in the family with mari nosal

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

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. interviews Mari Nosal, M.Ed., author of "Ten Commandments...
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Matthew Ryan’s Week in Neurodiversity (3/5/16)

Week in Neurodiversity (3/5/16)

On the Week in Neurodiversity, the host highlights newsworthy events in the news involving...
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Autism and the Power of Memory with Ron Sandison | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 11

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. interviews Ron Sandison, an author and preacher with...
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Autism in books and on the screen

Neurodiversity’s New Role Today in Novels, Movies and the Arts

The past decade has seen a sharp rise in the number of non-fiction books...
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Matthew Ryan's Week In Neurodiversity (2/27/16)

Week in Neurodiversity (2/27/16)

On the Week in Neurodiversity, the host highlights newsworthy events in the news involving...
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EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS - Episode 10: Elizabeth Wilkinson

The Dyslexic Dyslexia Consultant Elizabeth Wilkinson |EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 10

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. interviews Elizabeth Wilkinson, The Dyslexic Dyslexia Consultant and...
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Week In Neurodiversity - week of 2/20/2016

Week in Neurodiversity (2/20/16)

On the Week in Neurodiversity, the host highlights newsworthy events in the news involving...
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Let It Roll- New Options, More Choices for Adults with Autism

Let It Roll: New Options, More Choices for Adults with Autism

Last year, we connected with a social group for young adults with autism and...
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Taylor Swift 8 Times Social Media Made a Difference for the Neurodiverse

8 Times Social Media Made a Difference for the Neurodiverse

All of us have heard of instances where bullies used social media to victimize...
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Replace Autism Awareness With Autism Acceptance

Autism awareness, what does this really mean? Logos, colors and symbols that represent autism...
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EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS - Episode 07: Stephen Shore

Autism Advocate Stephen Shore | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 07

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with author and autism advocate Stephen Shore....
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A Community Smiles: Building Hope for Adults With Autism

Cleaning out closets, drawers and the garage seemed like a good plan for ringing...
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Israel Foreign Ministry Hosts Exhibit of Artwork Made by Autistic Adults

Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs is hosting an art exhibit, entitled "Bridge to the...
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Autism and Employment with Michael Bernick | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 05

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman welcomes Michael Bernick, the former director of California's...
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The Asperger's Trip to Israel

The Asperger’s Trip to Israel

For ten days, from December 21, 2015 through January 1, 2016, I was part...
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Camp Helps Teens With Autism Develop Social Skills

Camp Onward is designed to help teens with Asperger’s syndrome and...
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Autistic Savant Artist Michael Tolleson | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 04

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman interviews Michael Tolleson, an autistic savant artist. Michael...
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Rare Show of Unity by Florida Politicians Will Benefit Neurodiversity

“All children deserve the opportunity to pursue their own unique educational and career goals....
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The Israeli Army Unit That Recruits Teens With Autism

Many autistic soldiers who would otherwise be exempt from military service in Israel have...
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Autism in the Classroom, Autism in the Home: The Need for Consistent Supports

Many supports that students with autism have available to them in school should also...
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Social Skills in the Neurodiverse with Ana Anselma | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 03

In this episode, Dr. Harold Reitman welcomes Ana Anselma, co-founder of <a href="http://www.socialmindcenter.com/" target="_blank"...
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EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 03: Ana Anselma TRANSCRIPT

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

In this episode, Dr. Reitman speaks with Derek Volk, author of "Chasing The Rabbit,"...
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Movie Theater Employees Give One Boy with Autism an Enjoyable “Star Wars” Experience

Thanks to a friendly movie theater crew, a boy was ensured that the force...
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Seasonal Smiles For Adults with Autism & Their Families

This holiday season marked my husband’s 60th birthday. Rob insisted: no surprise parties or...
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Quiet Santa Makes Christmas More Manageable for Children with Autism

This year two radio hosts in Utah who have children with autism have created...
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New tool could help children with autism develop language skills

With the goal of creating a device to help children on the autism spectrum...
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Navigating Airport Anxiety for Different Brains

Different brains look at holiday air travel differently. Some brains don’t mind it; others...
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Autism cop: Here’s how police should interact with those on the autism spectrum

The “autism cop.” That’s what fellow policemen call Rob Zink, a member of the...
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