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Neurodiverse Graduations Wow The Internet – Week in Neurodiversity

Neurodiverse Graduations Wow The Internet – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 15 sec) In this episode, a dyslexic man works for change in...
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Giving Positive Exposure to People with Special Needs, with Bieke Kreps, DDS, MSc | EDB 133

Giving Positive Exposure to People with Special Needs, with Bieke Kreps, DDS, MSc | EDB 133

(14 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Bieke Kreps, DDS,...
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Blind Man With Autism Starts Internet Radio Station – Week in Neurodiversity

Blind Man With Autism Starts Internet Radio Station – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 47 sec) In this episode, a blind man with Asperger’s creates an...
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Washington’s First Lobbyist With Down Syndrome – Week in Neurodiversity

Washington’s First Lobbyist With Down Syndrome – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 24 sec) In this episode, a UK café hires people on the...
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Autism in the Criminal Justice System, with Carol S. Weinman, Esq., C.A.S. | EDB 131

Autism in the Criminal Justice System, with Carol S. Weinman, Esq., C.A.S. | EDB 131

(16 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with criminal defense attorney...
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How 2 Toddlers with Down Syndrome Became Best Buds – Week in Neurodiversity

How 2 Toddlers with Down Syndrome Became Best Buds – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 18 sec) In this episode, we meet superheroes with special needs, two...
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Kobe Bryant Surprises a Fan with Epilepsy – Week in Neurodiversity

Kobe Bryant Surprises a Fan with Epilepsy – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 45 sec) In this episode, a former high school athlete looks to...
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Harnessing the Potential of the Neurodivergent, with Pierre Marsh | EDB 129

Harnessing the Potential of the Neurodivergent, with Pierre Marsh | EDB 129

(21 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with author and neurodiversity...
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How Dogs in Chile Are Helping Kids with Autism at the Dentist – Week in Neurodiversity

How Dogs in Chile Are Helping Kids with Autism at the Dentist – Week in Neurodiversity

In this episode, a middle schooler with Down syndrome scores for his soccer team,...
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Deadpool’s Ryan Reynolds Opens Up About Anxiety – Week in Neurodiversity

Deadpool’s Ryan Reynolds Opens Up About Anxiety – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 20 sec) In this episode, Ryan Reynolds opens up about anxiety, a...
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How a Teen with Autism Got Cast on “The Good Doctor” – Week in Neurodiversity

How a Teen with Autism Got Cast on “The Good Doctor” – Week in Neurodiversity

(3min 25sec) In this episode, a prom proposal for a teen with Down syndrome...
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Meet The Swimming Phenom with Tourette’s and ADHD – Week in Neurodiversity

Meet The Swimming Phenom with Tourette’s and ADHD – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 mins 33 sec) In this episode, a Missouri family sells bow ties for...
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Protecting The Legal Rights of Different Brains, with Kimberley Spire-Oh | EDB 125

(12 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Kimberley Spire-Oh. She...
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10 Year Old Piano Prodigy With Autism Mesmerizes – Week in Neurodiversity

10 Year Old Piano Prodigy With Autism Mesmerizes – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 mins 30 sec) In this episode, a community comes together for a special...
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The First All-Autistic Wedding, with Anita Lesko, with Anita Lesko | EDB 124

The First All-Autistic Wedding, with Anita Lesko | EDB 124

(18 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with author and...
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How One Teen With Down Syndrome Is Helping The Homeless – Week In Neurodiversity

(3 mins 30 sec) In this episode, the NBA store in New York City...
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Advocating Autism Acceptance to the United Nations, with Anita Lesko | EDB 123

Advocating Autism Acceptance to the United Nations, with Anita Lesko | EDB 123

(23 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with author and acclaimed...
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Bryan Cranston Spreads Alzheimer’s Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity

Bryan Cranston Spreads Alzheimer’s Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 mins 27 sec) In this episode a 14-year old model with Down syndrome...
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Championing Down Syndrome for the Special Olympics, with Patrick & Paul Sallarulo | EDB 122

(14 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Special Olympics athlete...
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Father Raps for Daughter with Down Syndrome – Week in Neurodiversity

Father Raps for Daughter with Down Syndrome – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 14 sec) In this episode, a Cleveland non-profit helps adults on the...
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Colorado Community Comes Together for Birthday Girl with Autism – Week in Neurodiversity

Colorado Community Comes Together for Birthday Girl with Autism – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 24 sec) In this episode a 3-year-old with Down syndrome enters the...
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Finding Happiness in Neurodiversity, with Shawn Smith, Me.D., CCC | EDB 121

Finding Happiness in Neurodiversity, with Shawn Smith, Me.D., CCC | EDB 121

(13 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues speaking with Canadian advocate Shawn...
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Service Dogs for People with Alzheimer’s – Week in Neurodiversity (3/24/18)

Service Dogs for People with Alzheimer’s – Week in Neurodiversity (3/24/18)

(3 min 28 sec) In this episode Carson Daly opens up about his anxiety...
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ADHD & Entrepreneurs, with Shawn Smith, Me.D., CCC | EDB 120

(16 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman welcomes back regular guest Shawn Smith,...
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Snoop Dogg and the NFL’s Demarcus Ware Raise ADHD Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity (3/17/18)

Snoop Dogg and the NFL’s Demarcus Ware Raise ADHD Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity (3/17/18)

(3 min 19 sec) Patients with Alzheimer’s find joy through singing, a man with...
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Helping Different Brains Around the World, with Dr. Chris Stout | EDB 106

Helping Different Brains Around the World, with Dr. Chris Stout | EDB 106

(25 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Chris Stout, PsyD.,...
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Girl with Down Syndrome Joins Harlem Globetrotters – Week in Neurodiversity (3/10/18)

(3min 26sec) In this episode, a man with ADHD opens a boxing gym for...
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The Biggest Mistake Autism Parents Make, with Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D. | EDB 119

(16 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with Jennie...
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How Singing Helps One Woman with Tourette’s – Week in Neurodiversity (3/3/18)

How Singing Helps One Woman with Tourette’s – Week in Neurodiversity (3/3/18)

(3 min 47 sec) In this episode, a second grader with Down syndrome makes...
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Autism and the DIR/Floortime Method, with Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D. | EDB 118

(22 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D.,...
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14 Year Old Girl Develops Alzheimer’s App – Week in Neurodiversity (2/24/18)

(3 min 24 sec) In this episode, a student with autism leads a yoga...
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Tips for Preventing Alzheimer’s, with Seth Keller, M.D. of the AADMD | EDB 117

(19 minutes) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with Seth...
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Boy with Autism Becomes Train Conductor for a Day – Week in Neurodiversity (2/17/18)

Boy with Autism Becomes Train Conductor for a Day – Week in Neurodiversity (2/17/18)

(3 min 21 sec) In this episode, a boy with autism gets to be...
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The Link Between Concussions, Alzheimer’s, and Dementia, with Seth Keller, M.D. | EDB 116

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Seth Keller, M.D.. Dr. Keller...
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Painter with Down Syndrome Wows Art Community - Week in Neurodiversity (2/10/18)

Painter with Down Syndrome Wows Art Community – Week in Neurodiversity (2/10/18)

(3 min) In this episode, aerobics help improve symptoms of Alzheimer’s, families receive tattoos...
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The Nonverbal Teen Author with Autism, with Matteo and Annette Musso | EDB 115

(26 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Matteo and Annette Musso....
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Phoenix Symphony Serenades Dementia Patients – Week in Neurodiversity (2/3/18)

Phoenix Symphony Serenades Dementia Patients – Week in Neurodiversity (2/3/18)

(3 min 36 sec) In this episode, a man from Portland is running a...
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Battling The Opioid Crisis, w/ Prof Bankole Johnson of the U of Maryland & HBO’s “Addiction” | EDB 114

In the second installment of a two part interview, Hackie Reitman, M.D. welcomes back...
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Toddler with Down Syndrome & Sister Sings “You Are My Sunshine” – Week in Neurodiversity (1/27/18)

(3 min 34 sec) A college student with dyslexia learned 8 languages, a new...
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Thinking Differently About Treating Alcoholism, w/ Professor Bankole Johnson of the U of Maryland and HBO’s “Addiction” | EDB 113

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Teen with Down Syndrome Hits Amazing Half-Court Shot – Week in Neurodiversity (1/20/18)

Teen with Down Syndrome Hits Amazing Half-Court Shot – Week in Neurodiversity (1/20/18)

(3 min 20 sec) In this episode, wounded vets get to swim with dolphins...
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What Everyone Needs to Know About Medical Ethics, with Danielle Paciulli, MA, DPS | EDB 112

What Everyone Needs to Know About Medical Ethics, with Danielle Paciulli, MA, DPS | EDB 112

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How Autism Families Are Learning to Fly – Week in Neurodiversity (1/13/18)

How Autism Families Are Learning to Fly – Week in Neurodiversity (1/13/18)

(3 min 30 sec) In this episode, a Dallas company helps those with autism...
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An Introduction to Medical Ethics, with Danielle Paciulli, MA, DPS | EDB 111

An Introduction to Medical Ethics, with Danielle Paciulli, MA, DPS | EDB 111

(18 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Danielle Paciulli, MA,...
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Teen with Autism Lives As a Police Officer For a Day – Week in Neurodiversity (1/6/18)

(3 min 20 sec) In this episode, Ferdinand the Bull advocates for children with...
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The Best of the Week In Neurodiversity – 2017 Year in Review

The Best of the Week In Neurodiversity – 2017 Year in Review

(6 min 9 sec) In this episode, we count down our top ten stories...
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2017 in Review, Part 2: Understanding & Supporting Neurodiversity | EDB 110

2017 in Review, Part 2: Understanding & Supporting Neurodiversity | EDB 110

(11 minutes) In part two of a special two part year-in-review episode, Hackie...
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Cops and Kids with Down Syndrome Team Up For Gift Shopping – Week in Neurodiversity (12/23/17)

Police Officers and Kids with Down Syndrome Team Up For Gift Shopping – Week in Neurodiversity (12/23/17)

(3 min 32 sec) In this episode, children with Down Syndrome go gift shopping...
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2017 in Review, Part 1: Inspiration for the Neurodiverse | EDB 109

2017 in Review, Part 1: Inspiration for the Neurodiverse | EDB 109

(10 mins) In part one of a special two part episode, Hackie Reitman,...
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Country Singer Naomi Judd on Battling the Stigma of Mental Illness – Week in Neurodiversity (12/16/17)

Country Singer Naomi Judd on Battling Depression – Week in Neurodiversity (12/16/17)

(3 mins 31 sec) In this episode, a teen with Down syndrome celebrates his...
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Autism and Employment, with Dr. Temple Grandin | EDB 94

Best of 2017: Autism and Employment, with Dr. Temple Grandin

(15 mins) To highlight some of the best Exploring Different Brains interviews of 2017,...
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The Bill Gates Mission to Fight Alzheimer’s – Week in Neurodiversity (12/9/17)

(3 mins 45 sec) In this episode, Bill Gates offers $50 million for Alzheimer’s...
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Building the Foundations of Learning, with Bob Sornson, Ph.D. | EDB 108

Building the Foundations of Learning, with Bob Sornson, Ph.D. | EDB 108

(25 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Bob Sornson, Ph.D.....
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Woman with Down Syndrome Becomes Fourth Degree Black belt - Week in Neurodiversity (12/2/17)

Woman with Down Syndrome Becomes Fourth Degree Black Belt – Week in Neurodiversity (12/2/17)

(3mins 33 sec) In this episode, an MRI machine helps a teen with epilepsy,...
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The Chocolate Spectrum: Autism Employment One Sweet at a Time, w/ Valerie Herskowitz | EDB 107

The Chocolate Spectrum: Autism Employment One Sweet at a Time, with Valerie Herskowitz | EDB 107

(27 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Valerie Herskowitz, the...
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How Did Luke Bryan Help a Fan with Apraxia Speak? – Week in Neurodiversity (11/25/17)

How Did Luke Bryan Help a Fan with Apraxia Speak? – Week in Neurodiversity (11/25/17)

(3 mins) In this episode, a father creates a comic book character with Down...
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Man with Autism Lives Dream on Jeopardy! – Week in Neurodiversity (11/18/17)

Man with Asperger’s Lives Dream on Jeopardy! – Week in Neurodiversity (11/18/17)

(3 mins 36 sec) In this episode, University of Iowa researchers look at a...
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Achieving Goals with ADHD, with Lynn Miner-Rosen | EDB 105

Achieving Goals with ADHD, with Lynn Miner-Rosen | EDB 105

(25 mins) Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Lynn Miner-Rosen, M.Ed., BCC, CDCS. Lynn...
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Can Instagram Cause Anxiety and Depression? – Week in Neurodiversity (11/11/17)

Can Instagram Cause Anxiety and Depression? – Week in Neurodiversity (11/11/17)

(3 mins 43 sec) In this episode, a man with Down Syndrome gives a...
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Success for the Twice Exceptional, with Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman | EDB 104

Success for the Twice Exceptional: Helping the Neurodiverse Excel, with Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman | EDB 104

(27 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman,...
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Trucker Goes Cross Country for Autism Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity (11/4/17)

Trucker Goes Cross Country for Autism Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity (11/4/17)

(3 mins 19 sec) In this episode, a model throws a surprise photo shoot...
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Documenting Neurodiversity: Advocating Accessibility Through Film, with Dan Habib | EDB 103

(19 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with Dan...
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Yellow Pumpkins Raise Disability Awareness for Halloween - Week in Neurodiversity (10/28/17)

Yellow Pumpkins Raise Disability Awareness for Halloween – Week in Neurodiversity (10/28/17)

(3 mins 23 sec) In this episode, yellow pumpkins highlighted children with disabilities, a...
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Raising a Child with Cerebral Palsy, with Dan Habib | EDB 102

Raising a Child with Cerebral Palsy, with Dan Habib | EDB 102

(19 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Dan Habib -...
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SNL Spreads Awareness of Borderline Personality Disorder - Week in Neurodiversity (10/21/17)

Saturday Night Live Spreads Awareness of Borderline Personality Disorder – Week in Neurodiversity (10/21/17)

In this episode, an SNL star discusses his diagnosis of borderline personality disorder, and...
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Housing on the Autism Spectrum, with Denise Resnik of First Place AZ and SARRC | EDB 101

Housing on the Autism Spectrum, with Denise Resnik of First Place AZ and SARRC | EDB 101

Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Denise Resnick. Denise is the Founder, President, and...
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Habitat for Humanity & Bank of America Build Homes for Adults with Autism – Week in Neurodivesity (10/14/17)

(3 mins 26 sec) In this episode, a boy sells bracelets to raise money...
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What is Different Brains? Advocating for Neurodiversity From Autism to Alzheimer’s | EDB 100

(21 mins) In this special 100th episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. explains what Different...
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Emma Stone Discusses Her Childhood Anxiety with Stephen Colbert – The Week in Neurodiversity (10/7/17)

Emma Stone Discusses Her Childhood Anxiety with Stephen Colbert – The Week in Neurodiversity (10/7/17)

(3mins 52 sec)Emma Stone shares her struggle with anxiety to Stephen...
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Fostering Self-Advocacy in People with Autism, with Michael McManmon, Ed.D. | EDB 99

(23 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with Michael...
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The College Internship Program: Helping the Neurodiverse Find Careers, with Michael McManmon, Ed.D. | EDB 98

(23 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Michael McManmon, Ed.D. --...
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Caring For Your Mental Health, with Lori Butts J.D., PH.D. | EDB 97

Caring For Your Mental Health, with Lori Butts J.D., PH.D. | EDB 97

(16 mins) In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with returning guest and...
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Asperger’s, Autism, and the Square Root of 2: A Neurodiversity Documentary

This documentary tells the story of one parent's journey to discovering that his daughter,...
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Resiliency: Developing Emotional Strength Through Perseverance, with Debbie Manigat | EDB 96

(18 mins) In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. welcomes back Debbie Origho Manigat,...
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Teen with Autism Donates 1,000 Coloring Books to Kids with Cancer – Week in Neurodiversity (9/02/17)

Teen with Autism Donates 1,000 Coloring Books to Kids with Cancer – Week in Neurodiversity (9/2/17)

(4 mins 9 sec) In this episode, a teen with autism donates coloring books...
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Infant Mental Health: Supporting Early Emotional Development, with Debbie Manigat | EDB 95

(24 mins) In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Debbie Origho Manigat,...
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“Game of Thrones” Star Discusses Intellectual Disability Stigma – Week in Neurodiversity (8/26/17)

(3 mins 46 sec) In this episode, a man finds pickleball to help his...
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Autism and Employment, with Dr. Temple Grandin | EDB 94

Autism and Employment, with Dr. Temple Grandin | EDB 94

(15 mins) In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with celebrated autism advocate...
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Can Cell Phones Increase Anxiety? – Week in Neurodiversity (8/19/17)

Can Cell Phones Increase Anxiety? – Week in Neurodiversity (8/19/17)

(4 mins 6 sec) In this episode, technology opens up a new world for...
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Understanding Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s at the Cellular Level, with Dr. Malav Trivedi of Nova Southeastern Univ. | EDB 93

(25 mins) In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. continues his conversation with Malav...
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