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Mental Health & Relationships: Loving An Abuser
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Mental Health & Relationships: Loving an Abuser

  • September 18, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains why people fall in love with abusers, and offers steps to end abusive relationships.
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How NAD Treatments Could Improve Brain Health
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How NAD Treatments Could Improve Brain Health

  • September 12, 2019
  • Andrey Rossin
  • addiction, Neurodiversity
Certified addiction specialist Andrey Rossin discusses NAD, and the important role it plays in maintaining the health of our brains.
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Onboarding First Day – Dyslexia Style
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Onboarding First Day – Dyslexia Style

  • September 11, 2019
  • Tiffany Sunday
  • Dyslexia, Neurodiversity
Corporate consultant, author and speaker Tiffany Sunday gives people with dyslexia tips for to have a successful first day of a new job.
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Relating To Kids In A Way That Can Optimize Their Development
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Relating To Kids In a Way That Can Optimize Their Development

  • September 8, 2019
  • Lina Moyano
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Lina Maria Moyano, Ed.D., L.C.S.W. covers some of the principles that can assist parents in relating to their child in a way that is optimal for the child’s development.
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Mental Health & Relationships: Why “Ghosting” Happens
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Mental Health & Relationships: Why “Ghosting” Happens

  • August 30, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses 8 reasons "ghosting" happens, and offers tips for coping.
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PositiviTeens®: Parenting Teens In The Digital Age
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PositiviTeens®: Parenting Teens In The Digital Age

  • August 26, 2019
  • Sherry Kelly
  • Depression, Neurodiversity
Sherry Kelly, Ph.D. discusses some of the signs that overuse of technology may be harming your teen's emotional well-being.
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The “Real” Wanda: Becoming An Openly Autistic Mom
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The “Real” Wanda: Becoming an Openly Autistic Mom

  • August 18, 2019
  • Wanda Deschamps
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity, PTSD
Advocate Wanda Deschamps discusses the emotional challenges that led to her diagnosis with autism and PTSD, and how she is now happily succeeding.
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What Is It Like To Have Epilepsy?
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What Is It Like To Have Epilepsy?

  • August 15, 2019
  • Tom McGranahan Jr
  • Epilepsy, Neurodiversity
Epilepsy self-advocate Tom McGranahan, Jr. discusses what life with seizures is like, and highlights the importance of staying positive.
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Overcoming Trauma After Abuse
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Overcoming Trauma After Abuse

  • August 11, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity, PTSD
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses how to deal with the traumatic aftermath of relationships involving abuse.
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Embracing Autism In College
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Embracing Autism in College

  • August 6, 2019
  • Eric Endlich
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Eric Endlich, Ph.D., autism self-advocate, clinical psychologist, and founder of Top College Consultants, discusses strategies for maximizing the opportunities for college students on the spectrum.
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Worry Less Now: The Three P’s Of Anxiety
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Worry Less Now: The Three P’s of Anxiety

  • August 5, 2019
  • Laura Berger
  • Anxiety, Neurodiversity
Laura Berger and Glen Tibaldeo highlight some of the main causes of anxiety, and gives some tools and tips to overcome them.
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No Place Like Home: Understanding The “Medical Home” Method Of Medical Care
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No Place Like Home: Understanding The “Medical Home” Method of Medical Care

  • July 26, 2019
  • Sara Parvinian
  • Neurodiversity
Sara Parvinian, M.D. discusses "Medical Home" - a new method of providing the best, affordable care to patients in comfortable settings and with optimized communication.
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Mental Health & Relationships: Avoiding Manipulation
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Mental Health & Relationships: Avoiding Manipulation

  • July 18, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses manipulation within interpersonal relationships, and offers ways to identify the tactics of manipulators.
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8 Ways Listening To Music Helps The Brain
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8 Ways Listening to Music Helps The Brain

  • July 5, 2019
  • Curtis Dean
  • Neurodiversity
Curtis Dean offers 8 ways that listening to music can improve the function of our brains.
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Can Therapy Help Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
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Can Therapy Help Narcissistic Personality Disorder?

  • July 2, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses whether or not therapy can be helpful to people with Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
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Buying A Car On The Autism Spectrum
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Buying a Car on The Autism Spectrum

  • June 26, 2019
  • Eric Zimmerman
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses his fixation with cars, and the issues that people on the spectrum can have during the process of buying a vehicle.
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Experiential Learning: Social-Emotional Growth Through Storytelling
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Experiential Learning: Social-Emotional Growth Through Storytelling

  • June 18, 2019
  • Eva Grayzel
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Eva Grayzel discusses how she uses storytelling for social development in kids, and offers tips for everyone to use this important tool.
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What Is Self Esteem?
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What is Self Esteem?

  • June 14, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT details what self-esteem is, and looks at the powerful connections it has to our emotional well-being
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Autism Hiring Initiatives And The Importance Of Workplace Inclusion
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Autism Hiring Initiatives and the Importance of Workplace Inclusion

  • June 8, 2019
  • Marcelle Ciampi
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Marcelle Ciampi, M.Ed. discusses the importance of combining workplace diversity, inclusion, and ongoing support in setting up employees with autism for success.
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Why Narcissists Act The Way They Do
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Why Narcissists Act the Way They Do

  • May 28, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the psychological and emotional origins of narcissistic traits.
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Becoming A General Pediatrician For Neurodiverse Children
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Becoming a General Pediatrician for Neurodiverse Children

  • May 22, 2019
  • Sara Parvinian
  • cerebral palsy, Neurodiversity
Sara Parvinian, M.D. discusses becoming a pediatrician, and highlights the important role treating patients with special needs should play for every doctor.
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Preparing For The True Costs Of Alzheimer’s Care
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Preparing for the True Costs of Alzheimer’s Care

  • May 13, 2019
  • Julia Merrill
Julia Merrill looks at some ways to anticipate the costs and requirements of medical and long-term care for loved ones with Alzheimer's.
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Mental Health & Relationships: How To Leave A Narcissist Or Abuser
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Mental Health & Relationships: How to Leave a Narcissist or Abuser

  • May 3, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT offers tips for overcoming self doubt while ending relationships with narcissistic or abuse partners.
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How Traveling Has Helped My OCD
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How Traveling Has Helped my OCD

  • April 30, 2019
  • Eric Zimmerman
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity, ocd
Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses the challenges posed by his co-occurring OCD, and how traveling has forced him to find way around his obsessive thoughts.
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Our Autism Journey With A Canine Companion
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Our Autism Journey with a Canine Companion

  • April 23, 2019
  • Pamela Minelli
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Pamela Minelli details how a canine companion changed the life of her son with autism.
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We Belong: Honoring Neurodiverse And Specially Abled Musicians
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We Belong: Honoring Neurodiverse and Specially Abled Musicians

  • April 19, 2019
  • Joseph Lento
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, neurodiverse
Musician and educator Joseph S. Lento share his new project for highlighting the accomplishments of specially abled musicians: the We Belong Performing Arts Virtual Hall of Fame.
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Low-Cost (and Easy) Solutions For Aging In Place
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Low-Cost (and Easy) Solutions for Aging in Place

  • April 16, 2019
  • Karen Weeks
  • Alzheimer's Disease, Neurodiversity
Here are a few ways to make your home more senior-friendly, and help prevent some of the most common injuries.
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Need-Fulfillment: The Key To Happiness
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Need-Fulfillment: the Key to Happiness

  • April 7, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains how meeting our needs may be the key to happiness.
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Developing Healthy Relationships For Young Adults With Autism & Learning Differences
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Developing Healthy Relationships for Young Adults with Autism & Learning Differences

  • April 2, 2019
  • CIP
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Pilar Page, MSW and Mike Vaughn, M.Ed. of the College Internship Program (CIP) highlight how through healthy communication, young adults with autism and other learning differences can effectively develop healthy relationships within their community.
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The Evolutionary Advantages Of Mental Illness
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The Evolutionary Advantages of Mental Illness

  • March 19, 2019
  • Frank King
  • bipolar, Depression, Neurodiversity, ocd
Comedian and mental illness self-advocate Frank King discusses how he feels the abilities that come along with neurodiversity may have roots in our ancestors.
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5 Self-Care Activities You Can Do As A Family
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5 Self-Care Activities You Can Do as a Family

  • March 12, 2019
  • Julia Merrill
  • caregiving, Neurodiversity
When you imagine self-care, you probably picture solo activities such as taking a long bubble bath or going for a run. And if you're a parent, your next thought is probably how to go about accomplishing these feats, as you don’t have time for anything. But the truth is, self-care doesn't have to be solitary!
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Mental Health On The Autism Spectrum: A Self-Advocate’s Perspective
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Mental Health On The Autism Spectrum: a Self-Advocate’s Perspective

  • March 5, 2019
  • Aaron Bouma
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses the importance of caring for mental health to avoid "autistic burnout".
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What Is A Covert Narcissist?
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What is a Covert Narcissist?

  • March 1, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains the characteristics of covert narcissists, and looks at their impacts on relationships.
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Noise Sensitivity On The Autism Spectrum
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Noise Sensitivity On The Autism Spectrum

  • February 22, 2019
  • Eric Zimmerman
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses how he copes with noise sensitivity issues.
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Co-Occurrence Of Psychiatric Disorders And Intellectual Disabilities: What Caregivers Should Know
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Co-Occurrence of Psychiatric Disorders and Intellectual Disabilities: What Caregivers Should Know

  • February 14, 2019
  • Coralia Ivan-Suciu
  • Neurodiversity
Coralia Ivan-Suciu provides education and specific resources to the caregivers of individuals dually diagnosed with an intellectual disability and a psychiatric disorder.
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What Is The Imposter Syndrome?
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What is the Imposter Syndrome?

  • February 7, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses "imposter syndrome": feeling like a fraud due to self-doubt and lack of confidence.
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Autism & Independence: Supporting Parents Through The Transition
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Autism & Independence: Supporting Parents Through the Transition

  • January 31, 2019
  • Amalia Starr
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Amalia Starr discusses the importance of supporting parents of children with autism, and shares lesson she learned from her own son.
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Top Reasons Caregivers Can Benefit From Yoga And Meditation
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Top Reasons Caregivers Can Benefit From Yoga and Meditation

  • January 21, 2019
  • Karen Weeks
  • caregiving, Neurodiversity
Karen Weeks offers suggestions for caregivers on how to use yoga and meditation to practice self-care and manage stress.
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What Is A Narcissist?
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What Is A Narcissist?

  • January 17, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity

Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses how to recognize traits common to people with narcissistic personality traits.

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Extreme Makeover – Education Edition: Redesigning School Systems To Suit Students Of All Abilities (Pt.2)
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Extreme Makeover – Education Edition: Redesigning School Systems to Suit Students of All Abilities (Pt.2)

  • January 10, 2019
  • Mathew Morin
  • Neurodiversity
Mathew Ryan Morin continues his look at ways to improve learning, with a focus on personalized education.
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Extreme Makeover – Education Edition: Redesigning School Systems To Suit Students Of All Abilities (Pt.1)
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Extreme Makeover – Education Edition: Redesigning School Systems to Suit Students of All Abilities (Pt.1)

  • December 28, 2018
  • Mathew Morin
  • Autism, Neurodiversity

By Mathew Ryan Morin The secret to a successful life is as follows:  You don’t…

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We Are Parents & Caregivers Of Neurodiverse Children
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We Are Parents & Caregivers Of Neurodiverse Children

  • December 14, 2018
  • BrittMari Sykes
  • Neurodiversity, parenting

By Britt-Mari Sykes Ph.D. We are parents and caregivers who love, support, cheerlead, comfort and accept…

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Healthy Aging Tips For Living Your Best Life
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Healthy Aging Tips for Living Your Best Life

  • December 11, 2018
  • Karen Weeks
  • aging, Neurodiversity

By Karen Weeks Aging Aging is inevitable, but how you age isn’t. Some seniors are…

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Recognizing & Overcoming Denial
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Recognizing & Overcoming Denial

  • November 27, 2018
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the unhealthy role denial can play in our lives, and how to change our actions and overcome it.
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What Is Synesthesia?
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What is Synesthesia?

  • November 20, 2018
  • Andrew Barry
  • Neurodiversity, Synesthesia
Andrew Barry defines Synesthesia, and shares the story of three individuals that our excelling with this neurological difference.
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Mental Health & Relationships: Narcissists And “Love Bombs”
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Mental Health & Relationships: Narcissists and “Love Bombs”

  • November 13, 2018
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the concept of "love bombs" and the role they can play in relationships with narcissism.
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Autism, Passions, And Milestones
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Autism, Passions, and Milestones

  • November 8, 2018
  • Aaron Bouma
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses how his passion for model building and woodworking has allowed him to accomplish personal milestones.
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Living With A Brain Injury – Eight Years Out
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Living with a Brain Injury – Eight Years Out

  • November 2, 2018
  • David Grant
  • Neurodiversity, traumatic brain injury
David A. Grant reflects on the journey of recovery he has experienced since receiving a brain injury eight years ago.
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Autism & Self-Care: Utilizing “Pre-Charge” Days
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Autism & Self-Care: Utilizing “Pre-Charge” Days

  • October 30, 2018
  • Becca Lory
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate Becca Lory, CAS, BCCS discusses how "pre-charge" days help her prepare for stressful periods and avoid meltdowns in advance.
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Interviewing People With Autism Within The Criminal Justice System
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Interviewing People With Autism Within The Criminal Justice System

  • October 22, 2018
  • Philip Morris
  • Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Neurodiversity
Philip J. Morris discusses the challenges law enforcement officers have in properly interviewing people with autism, and offers tips for better equipping the police.
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Six Simple Steps Seniors Can Take To Battle Insomnia
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Six Simple Steps Seniors Can Take to Battle Insomnia

  • October 14, 2018
  • Karen Weeks
  • insomnia, Neurodiversity
Karen Weeks offers six steps seniors can use to fight insomnia and get a restful sleep.
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Mental Health & Relationships: Overcoming Codependency
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Mental Health & Relationships: Overcoming Codependency

  • October 12, 2018
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses how codependency can develop inside of relationships, and gives tools for overcoming it.
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Finding Happiness At Work
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Finding Happiness at Work

  • October 4, 2018
  • Laura Berger
  • mindfulness, Neurodiversity
Laura Berger discusses the scientific aspects of happiness, and how to make them improve your mood at work.
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When Parenting Becomes Toxic
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When Parenting Becomes Toxic

  • September 27, 2018
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses how emotionally toxic relationships can form between parents and children, and tools on what to do when it happens.
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Do We Need Famous People To Generate Dyslexia Awareness?
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Do We Need Famous People to Generate Dyslexia Awareness?

  • September 17, 2018
  • Tiffany Sunday
  • Dyslexia, Neurodiversity
Tiffany Sunday looks at the trend to spread dyslexia awareness through the stories of the famous, and highlights the unsung heroes with the diagnosis.
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Narcissists And Scapegoats: A Comparison Of Traits And Behaviors
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Narcissists and Scapegoats: A Comparison of Traits and Behaviors

  • September 10, 2018
  • Naomi Soleil
  • Neurodiversity, personality disorder
Naome Soleil, Ph.D. discusses, through her personal experiences, the relationship between narcissistic and "scapegoat" personalities.
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An Employer’s Guide To Autism & Neurodiversity
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An Employer’s Guide to Autism & Neurodiversity

  • September 4, 2018
  • Specialisterne
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
The autistic population is rich in individuals with tremendous skills, unique perspectives and a desire to engage in the workforce - and all employers need to know about this tremendous pool of neurodiverse talent!
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Amazing Grace: One Family’s Story Of Hope And Autism
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Amazing Grace: One Family’s Story of Hope and Autism

  • August 21, 2018
  • Crystal Sanford
  • Autism, Neurodiversity
Crystal Y. Sanford, M.Ed., M. A. CCC-SLP shares her journey as an autism parent, highlights the things her daughter Grace is doing to overcome challenges, and shows why all families with a member on the spectrum should have hope.
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Mental Health & Relationships: Can A Narcissist Love?
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Mental Health & Relationships: Can a Narcissist Love?

  • August 17, 2018
  • Darlene Lancer
People who love narcissists are starved for expressions of love. But, narcissists are capable of giving them? Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT answers that question in this article.
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Evolving Different Brains: ADHD, Technology & The Productivity Paradox
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Evolving Different Brains: ADHD, Technology & the Productivity Paradox

  • August 8, 2018
  • Harold Reitman, M.D.
  • ADHD, Neurodiversity
Harold S. Reitman, M.D. discusses a recent study finding the use of technology may lead to increases in ADHD diagnoses, and what that may mean for all of our brains.
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Finding Motivation In Parkinson’s Self-Advocates
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Finding Motivation in Parkinson’s Self-Advocates

  • August 2, 2018
  • Marcia Ratner
  • Neurodiversity, parkinson's
Marcia Ratner, Ph.D. discusses how her experience at the Parkinson’s Policy Forum has given added motivation to her work.
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Every Brain Has Something To Offer: The Value Of Diversity & Creating Meaningful Work
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Every Brain Has Something to Offer: The Value of Diversity & Creating Meaningful Work

  • July 27, 2018
  • BrittMari Sykes
  • Neurodiversity
Britt-Mari Sykes Ph.D. discusses how the value of making meaningful work is vitally important for everone, regardless of diagnosis.
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How Neurodiversity Shaped Me Into Who I Am Today
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How Neurodiversity Shaped Me Into Who I Am Today

  • July 24, 2018
  • Allison Dyke
  • Chiari Malformation, Huntington’s disease, Neurodiversity
Allison Dyke discusses how her journeys with family members with Huntington’s disease, as well as her own challenges, but her on the path to working for those of us with different brains.
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How Cognitive Distortions Harm Us
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How Cognitive Distortions Harm Us

  • July 17, 2018
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
If you suffer from anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or perfectionism, your thinking can skew your perceptions. Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explores how these skewed perceptions can result in cognitive distortions.
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10 Reasons To Play Tennis For Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorders
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10 Reasons to Play Tennis For Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

  • July 10, 2018
  • Lisa Pugliese
  • asprger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Love Serving Autism founder Lisa Pugliese discusses her top reasons why individuals on the spectrum will benefit from participating in tennis activities.
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Autism Inclusion In Schools: It Worked For Me
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Autism Inclusion in Schools: It Worked For Me

  • July 6, 2018
  • Aaron Bouma
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Canadian autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses the importance of inclusion in schools for people on the spectrum, and the impact it had on his life.
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The Role Of Exposure To Neurotoxic Chemicals In Neurodiversity
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The Role of Exposure to Neurotoxic Chemicals in Neurodiversity

  • July 2, 2018
  • Marcia Ratner
  • Neurodiversity
Marcia Ratner, Ph.D. discusses the role neurotoxic chemicals can play in creating neurodiverse conditions, and gives tips on prevention and treatment options.
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The Keys To Personal Growth For Different Brains
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The Keys to Personal Growth for Different Brains

  • June 26, 2018
  • Russell Lehmann
  • Autism, Neurodiversity
Russell Lehmann charts how he went from an almost non-verbal, low-functioning child with autism to an internationally known author, poet and motivational speaker advocating for neurodiversity.
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A Student’s Journey Through The Math Learning Disorder Dyscalculia
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A Student’s Journey Through the Math Learning Disorder Dyscalculia

  • June 21, 2018
  • Alexandra Wright
  • Dyscalculia, Neurodiversity
College student Alexandra Wright discusses her lifelong challenges with math, and how a diagnosis of dyscalculia put her on the path to overcoming her challenges.
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Mental Health & Relationships: Confronting Abuse
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Mental Health & Relationships: Confronting Abuse

  • June 14, 2018
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses abuse in relationships with narcissists, and highlights ways to effectively confront it.
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The Challenge In Our Lifetime Is Neurodiversity
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The Challenge In Our Lifetime Is Neurodiversity

  • June 8, 2018
  • JR Reed
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
J.R. Reed discusses the concept of neurodiversity, and his own diagnosis as being on the spectrum.
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Brain Injury Support Groups – A Lifeline To Recovery
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Brain Injury Support Groups – A Lifeline to Recovery

  • June 5, 2018
  • David Grant
  • Neurodiversity, traumatic brain injury
Traumatic brain injury survivor David Grant discusses the positive impact TBI support groups have had on his life.
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The Intersection Of Autism And Improv: One Grandmother’s Story
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The Intersection of Autism and Improv: One Grandmother’s Story

  • June 1, 2018
  • Sandy Bruce
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Sandy Bruce discusses the role improv can play in helping people with autism, and the good it did for her own grandson.
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3 R’s Of Holistic Advocacy: Relationship, Respect, And Resilience
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3 R’s of Holistic Advocacy: Relationship, Respect, and Resilience

  • May 28, 2018
  • Naomi Soleil
  • Neurodiversity
Naome Soleil, Ph.D. discusses her own history as an educator, and shares what she learned through her experiences about the "3 Rs of holisitic advocacy".
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A Firsthand Look At The Benefits Of Flotation-REST (Reduced Environmental Stimulation Technique)
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A Firsthand Look at the Benefits of Flotation-REST (Reduced Environmental Stimulation Technique)

  • May 22, 2018
  • Megan Baksh
  • Neurodiversity
Flotation-REST. What on Earth is it, and how can it benefit me? If you find yourself pondering this out loud, rest assured, you are not alone!
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Mental Health & Relationships: Navigating Codependency
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Mental Health & Relationships: Navigating Codependency

  • May 15, 2018
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the challenges of codependency, and offers tips for navigating the relationship and mental health challenges it can inspire.
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Autism & Socialization: The Ins And Outs Of Successful Conversations
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Autism & Socialization: The Ins and Outs of Successful Conversations

  • May 7, 2018
  • Ruby Sasson
  • Autism, Neurodiversity
High school student Ruby Sasson, who is on the autism spectrum, shares tips and tricks that have helped her develop better conversational skills.
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Music Never Met A Brain It Couldn’t Help
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Music Never Met A Brain It Couldn’t Help

  • May 1, 2018
  • Joseph Lento
  • Neurodiversity
Joseph S. Lento discusses the good music can do for brains, regardless of what diagnosis they may have.
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How Resilient Are YOU?
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How Resilient Are YOU?

  • April 26, 2018
  • Jackie Marquette
  • Autism, Neurodiversity
Jackie M. Marquette Ph.D. discusses the importance of resilience, and presents a simple guide finding out how resilient YOU are.
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When Different Brains Grow Up: The NDSS Adult Down Syndrome Summit
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When Different Brains Grow Up: the NDSS Adult Down Syndrome Summit

  • April 20, 2018
  • Harold Reitman, M.D.
  • Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity
Dr. Hackie Reitman discusses the importance of giving support to people with Down syndrome through adulthood, and how the recent NDSS Adult Summit highlighted this growing concern.
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