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

• December 16, 2017
• DBAdmin
• Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, mental illness, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 mins 31 sec) In this episode, a teen with Down syndrome celebrates his birthday by being a firefighter for a day, country singer Naomi Judd discusses her history with depression, and a 9-yr-old boy makes a video for his peers describing life on the autism spectrum! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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The Bill Gates Mission to Fight Alzheimer’s – Week in Neurodiversity (12/9/17)

• December 9, 2017
• DBAdmin
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

(3 mins 45 sec) In this episode, Bill Gates offers $50 million for Alzheimer’s research, BuzzFeed explores life with schizophrenia, and a young woman is the first with Down syndrome to enter a Miss USA State Pageant! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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

• December 2, 2017
• DBAdmin
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Neurodiversity

(3mins 33 sec) In this episode, an MRI machine helps a teen with epilepsy, a woman with Down syndrome goes for her 4^th degree black belt, and Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert host the world’s first nonverbal talk show host to raise acceptance for autism! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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

• November 25, 2017
• DBAdmin
• apraxia, Asperger's syndrome, Autism, cerebral palsy, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

(3 mins) In this episode, a father creates a comic book character with Down syndrome for his son, Luke Bryan meets a special fan with apraxia, and how can robotic legs help children with cerebral palsy walk? These stories and more in this week's episode!

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

• November 18, 2017
• DBAdmin
• Alzheimer's Disease, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 mins 36 sec) In this episode, University of Iowa researchers look at a cancer drug’s effect on Parkinson’s, a neurologist discusses the facts and myths of Alzheimer’s, and a young man with Asperger’s lives his dream of competing on Jeopardy! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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

• November 11, 2017
• DBAdmin
• ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, bipolar, Depression, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

(3 mins 43 sec) In this episode, a man with Down Syndrome gives a speech to Congress about life with the condition, Jennifer Lewis from Black-ish discusses her bipolar disorder diagnosis, and how can Instagram create anxiety and depression for teens?

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

• November 4, 2017
• DBAdmin
• Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 mins 19 sec) In this episode, a model throws a surprise photo shoot for his sister with Down syndrome, and Henry Winkler discusses how his book series about dyslexia is becoming a TV series! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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

• October 28, 2017
• DBAdmin
• Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Neurodiversity, ocd

(3 mins 23 sec) In this episode, yellow pumpkins highlighted children with disabilities, a down syndrome entrepreneur has made a career out of socks, and Hamilton star praises Chicago’s epilepsy support! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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

• October 21, 2017
• DBAdmin
• Autism, BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, an SNL star discusses his diagnosis of borderline personality disorder, and a walk to benefit Down syndrome raises $100,000! These stories and more in this week's edition!

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Habitat for Humanity & Bank of America Build Homes for Adults with Autism – Week in Neurodivesity (10/14/17)

• October 14, 2017
• DBAdmin
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

(3 mins 26 sec) In this episode, a boy sells bracelets to raise money for Alzheimer’s research, a pair of students with Down syndrome win homecoming king and queen, and a how you seen this breathtaking animation about autism?

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

• October 7, 2017
• DBAdmin
• Anxiety, Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, PTSD, tourette's

(3mins 52 sec)Emma Stone shares her struggle with anxiety to Stephen Colbert, and how did this University of Kentucky quarterback help a kid with Tourette’s? These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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

• September 2, 2017
• DBAdmin
• Alzheimer's Disease, apraxia, Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

(4 mins 9 sec) In this episode, a teen with autism donates coloring books to children at St. Jude’s, a teen with Down syndrome and a police officer become best friends, and a retiree who struggled with dyslexia for decades writes a book! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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“Game of Thrones” Star Discusses Intellectual Disability Stigma – Week in Neurodiversity (8/26/17)

• August 26, 2017
• DBAdmin
• Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 mins 46 sec) In this episode, a man finds pickleball to help his Parkinson’s, Freddie Highmore is set to star as a doctor on the autism spectrum, and Kit Harington discusses disability advocacy! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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

• August 19, 2017
• DBAdmin
• addiction, Anxiety, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(4 mins 6 sec) In this episode, technology opens up a new world for brothers with dyslexia, a boy with Down syndrome sings along with Whitney Houston in a viral video, and can cell phones increase anxiety? These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Can Dogs Sniff-Out Parkinson’s? – Week in Neurodiversity (8/12/17)

• August 12, 2017
• DBAdmin
• Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(4 mins 7 secs) In this episode, a deaf grandmother with dyslexia fulfills her dream of going to nursing school, Chicago Cub Willson Contreras surprises a 10-yr-old boy with Down syndrome for his birthday, and how are dogs learning to detect Parkinson’s? These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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10 Year Old With Down Syndrome Wins Soap Box Race – Week in Neurodiversity (8/5/17)

• August 5, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 mins 54 sec) In this episode, a Parkinson’s support group is formed in Tennessee, Danny Seward performs an Elvis tribute for a birthday boy with Down syndrome, and a teen on the autism spectrum writes a children’s book!

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Kids Start Lemonade Stand to Raise Autism Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity (7/29/17)

• July 29, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, bipolar, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

(3 mins 45 sec) In this episode, children put together a lemonade stand for autism awareness, a woman with bipolar disorder talks about the impact of self-empowerment, and strangers come donate movies to a man with Down syndrome for his collection? These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Young Boy With Autism Starts Lego Jewelry Business – Week in Neurodiversity (7/22/17)

• July 22, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

(3 mins 5 sec) In this episode, a boy on the spectrum makes a business out of Lego jewelry, the Down Syndrome Society of Tennessee puts out a dance video to get the attention of a celebrity, and a coffee shop employs those with disabilities! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Veteran Walks Across the Country for PTSD Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity (7/15/17)

• July 15, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, PTSD

(3 mins 17 sec) In this episode, parents design a water park for those with disabilities, a 17-yr-old with Down syndrome tells her story to the UN, and an army vet travels the country by foot to spread awareness for PTSD! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Netflix Previews New Series about Teen With Autism – Week in Neurodiversity (7/08/17)

• July 8, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 min 55 sec) In this episode, the trailer for the Netflix series Atypical premiers, a man with Parkinson’s walks again thanks to brain stimulation treatment, and a man asks his fiancé’s sister with Down syndrome to be his best friend forever! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Exploring PTSD in Firefighters – Week in Neurodiversity (7/01/17)

• July 1, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

(4 min 12 sec) In this episode, a young woman sings a heartwarming song to her sister with Down syndrome, a volunteer firefighter looks to spread PTSD awareness, and a mother paints her face to spread autism acceptance! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Temple Grandin Discusses Growing Up With Autism – The Week in Neurodiversity (6/24/17)

• June 24, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3mins 51sec) In this episode, tandem bicycling is helping those with Parkinson’s, Temple Grandin discusses growing up with autism, and how did a little leaguer with Down syndrome get to live his dream? These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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‘America’s Got Talent’ Judges Wowed by Deaf Singer – Week in Neurodiversity (6/17/17)

• June 17, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Neurodiversity, PTSD

(4 mins) In this episode, a teacher dyes his hair for a boy with epilepsy, a an 11-year-old with autism inspires others to overcome their fears by riding roller coasters, and a deaf woman gets a standing ovation with her performance on America’s Got Talent! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Jay Leno Talks About Living with Dyslexia – Week in Neurodiversity (6/10/17)

• June 10, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

(3 mins 57 sec) In this episode, Jay Leno talks about growing up with dyslexia, friends with Alzheimer’s keep their brains active through their love of trains, and a teen with Down syndrome receives birthday wishes from Lorde! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Baseball MVP Kirk Gibson on Life with Parkinson’s Disease – Week in Neurodiversity (6/3/17)

• June 3, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, apraxia, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 mins 52 sec) In this episode, a comedian uses his Asperger’s diagnosis to his advantage, fashion students hold a fashion show for children with Down syndrome, and former baseball player Kirk Gibson discusses living with Parkinson’s! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Father Creates Minecraft Safe Place for Kids With Autism – Week in Neurodiversity (5/27/17)

• May 27, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

(3 mins 31 sec) In this episode, weightlifter with Down syndrome goes perfect in his competition, Shazam raises awareness for Alzheimer’s, and how has one father created a Minecraft safe place for kids with with autism? These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Man with Down Syndrome Retires After Working 33 Years at McDonald’s – Week in Neurodiversity (5/20/17)

• May 20, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 mins 42 sec) In this episode, McDonald’s honors an employee with Down syndrome after working for 33 years, a son sings with his mother suffering from Alzheimer’s, and a teen with autism who was once non-verbal is now studying for his Masters in quantum physics! These stories and more in this week’s episode!

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Doctor Raps for Concussion Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity (5/13/17)

• May 13, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

(3 mins 28 sec) In this episode, a doctor raps for concussion awareness, a boy with Down syndrome opens up a cupcake shop, and Emma Stone and Michael Phelps speak about mental health awareness for the Child Mind Institute! These stories and more in this week’s episode!

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Bat Boy With Down Syndrome Hits a Home Run! – Week in Neurodiversity (5/6/17)

• May 6, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Anxiety, Autism, depresion, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

(4 mins 14 sec) In this episode, batboy with Down syndrome gets to bat leadoff for the high school baseball team, squeeze jackets are helping those on the autism spectrum, and how can Botox help those with depression and anxiety? These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Lady Gaga & Prince William Talk Mental Illness – Week in Neurodiversity (4/29/17)

• April 29, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

(3 mins 54 sec) In this episode, Boy Meets World star Rider Strong makes the birthday wish of a boy with Down syndrome come true, Project UROK runs a beauty ad for anxiety, and Lady Gaga and prince Harry come together to talk mental health! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Can Golf Help People with Parkinson’s? – Week in Neurodiversity (4/22/17)

• April 22, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(4 mins 10 sec) In this episode, Julia the Muppet with autism makes her big debut, golf helps a man with Parkinson’s, and a teen with Down syndrome is voted prom queen! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Can Yoga Ease Autism-Related Anxiety? – Week in Neurodiversity (4/15/17)

• April 15, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, ASD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, ocd

(4 mins) In this episode, a yoga class is helping those with autism, a new app is keeping kids with ADHD focused, and how has this viral prom proposal vid inspired others to contribute to the special occasion? These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Legoland Becomes Autism Friendly! – Week in Neurodiversity (4/08/17)

• April 8, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 min 43 sec) In this episode, virtual reality can help diagnose concussions, a new surgery can help those with Parkinson’s, and how is Legoland creating an autism friendly experience for families on the spectrum?

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Sesame Street Welcomes Julia, a Muppet With Autism – Week in Neurodiversity (4/01/17)

• April 1, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• add, Alzheimer's Disease, ASD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 mins 25 secs) In this episode, a man uses art to cope with Parkinson’s, a man becomes the first ever table tennis coach with Down syndrome, and Sesame Street introduces the first Muppet with autism! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Woman with Down Syndrome Realizes Dream of Delivering the Weather – Week in Neurodiversity (3/25/17)

• March 25, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• ASD, Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 min 50 sec) In this episode, Lo Bosworth discusses her depression and anxiety diagnoses, a dance class is helping those with Parkinson’s, and a woman with Down syndrome delivers the weather report in France! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Teen with Down Syndrome’s Dog Treat Business is a Hit! – Week in Neurodiversity (3/18/17)

• March 18, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• ASD, Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 min 41 sec) In this episode: an IndyCar driver breaks down concussions, boxing programs continue to help Parkinson’s patients around the country, and a girl with Down syndrome receives a national scholarship after starting her own business! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Couple With Down Syndrome Celebrate 22 Years of Marriage – Week In Neurodiversity (3/10/17)

• March 11, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

(3 min 48 sec) In this episode, a couple with Down syndrome celebrate 22 years of marriage, a former college football coach helps test a new Alzheimer’s treatment, and a couple with Asperger’s bring out the best in one another! These stories and more in the week’s edition.

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Can Swimming With Sharks Help PTSD? – Week in Neurodiversity (3/04/17)

• March 4, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, ocd, PTSD

(4 mins 5 sec) In this episode: a former hockey player talks about living with OCD, a man bikes 4,000 miles for Parkinson’s research, and veterans with PTSD go diving with sharks! These stories and more in this week’s edition.

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A Blood Test for Depression? – The Week in Neurodiversity (2/25/17)

• February 25, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Anxiety, Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

(4min 12sec) In this episode, Lena Dunham demonstrates yoga poses to help with anxiety, an Australian man with autism starts his own business, and a blood test may lead to treating depression! These stories and more in this week’s edition.

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New Device Helps People with Asperger’s Interpret Emotions – The Week in Neurodiversity (2/18/17)

• February 18, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• ASD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

(3 min 49 sec) In this episode, a teen with Down syndrome fulfills his dreams of going to college, a new device can help those with Asperger’s detect moods, and Henry Winkler discusses his new book and growing up with dyslexia! These stories and more in this week’s edition.

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Dog Changes the Life of Woman with a TBI – The Week in Neurodiversity (2/11/17)

• February 10, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, tbi, traumatic brain injury

In this episode, a service dog changes the life of a woman with a traumatic brain injury, a new treatment for Parkinson’s is showing promise, and the cookie saleswoman with Down syndrome will be selling her cookies at the Oscars!

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Girl With Apraxia Finds Bond With Shelter Cats – Week In Neurodiversity (2/04/17)

• February 3, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• apraxia, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, a student becomes the second contest with Down syndrome to run for Miss Clemson, a girl with apraxia finds a special bond with cats at an animal shelter, and how can a mouth guard give us an inside look at the impact of a concussion?

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A Winning Debut for Wrestler with Down Syndrome – Week In Neurodiversity (1/28/17)

• January 27, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, down aynsrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, a teen with Down syndrome wins his high school wrestling debut, students walk for Alzheimer’s in honor of the Pat Summit Foundation, and a have you seen this viral clip of a Parkinson’s patient leading a dance? These stories and more in this week’s episode.

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A Boy with Autism and His Four-Legged Best Friend – Week In Neurodiversity

• January 20, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Neurodiversity, PTSD, tbi, traumatic brain injury

In this episode, Wounded Warrior swim with the dolphins for PTSD, a mother posts a heartwarming video for her son with TBI, and a boy with autism shares a bond with his deaf service dog. These stories and more in this week’s edition!

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Couple with Down Syndrome Share Their Wedding Day – Week in Neurodiversity (1/14/17)

• January 13, 2017
• Mike Nickas

In this episode, a pedaling for Parkinson’s class helps slow the symptoms, a couple with Down syndrome share their wedding photos, and a hairstylist makes the day of a child with autism. These stories and more in this week’s episode!

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A Dog Surfs For PTSD!? – Week In Neurodiversity (1/7/17)

• January 6, 2017
• Mike Nickas
• Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, a girl with dyslexia creates a virtual reality program to help her peers, a man with down syndrome inspires others through a fitness class, and Ricochet the surf dog wears a Santa costume for PTSD awareness!

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The Best of the Week In Neurodiversity – 2016 Year in Review

• December 30, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

(7 minutes 40 seconds) In honor of the end of the year, we cover our top ten stories of 2016, featuring Michael J. Fox jamming with Dave Matthews for Parkinson’s awareness, Michael Jordan surprising a fan with autism, and the story of Daniel the therapy duck! These stories and more in this week’s episode!

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Sensory-Friendly Santa For Kids With Autism – Week In Neurodiversity (12/24/16)

• December 23, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, kids are meeting Santa in malls all over the country in a sensory-friendly environment, kids with ADHD get to run around to help them learn, and NFL Hall of Famer Charles Haley talks about Bipolar Disorder.

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Lady Gaga Opens Up About PTSD – Week in Neurodiversity (12/17/16)

• December 16, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

(4 mins. 23 sec.) In this episode, a wrist device helps a designer with Parkinson’s, a boy with Down syndrome performs in the Nutcracker, and have you read Lady Gaga’s letter about PTSD? These stories and more in this week’s episode!

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Week in Neurodiversity – Woman with Down Syndrome Starts Cookie Business (12/10/16)

• December 10, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, bipolar, Down Syndrome, insomnia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, tourette's

In this episode, CalTeach researchers find a link between Parkinson’s and gut bacteria, Demi Lovato discusses her life with bipolar disorder, and a woman with Down syndrome starts her own cookie business!

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Week in Neurodiversity – Selena Gomez Opens Up About Depression (12/3/16)

• December 3, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, a rapper with autism releases his debut album, models with Down syndrome have a fashion walk with the stars, and Selena Gomez gives a speech on mental health at the AMAs! These stories and more in this week’s episode!

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Week in Neurodiversity – Michael J Fox & Dave Matthews Jam for Parkinson’s (11/26/16)

• November 25, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, ocd, parkinson's

In this episode, a student with autism becomes homecoming king, “Aspergers Are Us” takes the world by storm in their new documentary, and Michael J. Fox jams with Dave Matthews for a Parkinson’s Benefit!

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Week in Neurodiversity – Brain Implants Make Paralyzed Monkeys Walk (11/19/16)

• November 18, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, a toddler with Down syndrome models for Oshkosh, a boy with autism finds a best friend in his service dog, and brain implants help paralyzed monkeys walk!

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Week in Neurodiversity – Rock Climber with Epilepsy Inspires (11/12/16)

• November 11, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, Alzheimer's Disease, Depression, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, insomnia, Neurodiversity

In this episode, cognitive behavioral therapy is helping those with insomnia, a man with epilepsy climbs mountains, and an entrepreneur with Down syndrome sends baskets to families whose children also have the condition. All these and more in this week’s edition!

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Week in Neurodiversity – Boy with Tourette’s Sings with Carrie Underwood (11/05/16)

• November 4, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, tourette's

In this episode, a woman becomes Argentina’s first teacher with Down syndrome, Louisiana Tech starts a boxing program with Parkinson’s, and a young boy with Tourette’s sings on stage with Carrie Underwood!

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Week in Neurodiversity – A Therapy Duck For PTSD? (10/29/16)

• October 29, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, dow syndrome, Neurodiversity, ocd, PTSD

In this episode, Amanda Seyfried opens up about having OCD, scientists develop a new gene therapy for Alzheimer’s, and have you heard of Daniel the therapy duck?

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Week in Neurodiversity – Soccer Star Opens Up About Depression (10/22/16)

• October 22, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, ocd

In this episode, a former soccer players discusses depression, a teacher is accompanied on her wedding day by her students with Down syndrome, and have you heard of the award winning documentary about Asperger’s?

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Week in Neurodiversity – Ben Affleck Studies Autism For Latest Role (10/15/16)

• October 15, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Depression, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, Wentworth Miller stars in a depression awareness video, researchers are finding a cure for Parkinson’s, and Ben Affleck studies autism for his role in the film The Accountant! These stories and more in this week’s episode.

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Week in Neurodiversity – Carly Simon Discusses Her Dyslexia (10/8/16)

• October 8, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, an apartment complex takes care of those with autism, Carly Simon talks about growing up with dyslexia, and have you seen the football player with Down syndrome that scored a touchdown for his sick mother?

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Week in Neurodiversity – Runner With Autism Wins the Gold (10-1-16)

• October 1, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, virtual reality helps those with social difficulties, a cheerleader asks a boy with Down syndrome to homecoming, and did you hear about the first man with autism to win a gold medal at the Paralympics?

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Week in Neurodiversity – Girl With Down Syndrome Realizes Cheerleading Dream (9/24/16)

• September 23, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, PTSD

In this episode, a girl with Down syndrome becomes an honorary cheerleader and have you seen the robot that helps children with autism?

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Week in Neurodiversity – Rapper Becomes Autism Advocate (9/17/16)

• September 16, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, DOWN SYNCROME, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, a rapper become an autism advocate, patients with Parkinson’s climb Machu Picchu, and have you heard of the Emmy award-nominated reality series about Down syndrome? All this and more!

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Week in Neurodiversity – FSU Football Star Makes the Day of Young Boy With Autism (9/10/16)

• September 10, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, bipolar, Depression, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

In this episode, an amusement park creates a calming room for kids with autism, a young man with Down syndrome gets into his dream school, and how did an FSU football star make the day of a student with autism?

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Week In Neurodiversity – Friends with Down Syndrome Make a Zombie Movie Epic! (9/3/16)

• September 3, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Taryn Manning stars in a movie about bipolar disorder, Cara Delevigne opens up about depression, and have you heard of the best friends with Down syndrome that created a zombie flick?

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Week in Neurodiversity – Michael Jordan Makes the Dreams of a Fan with Autism Come True (8/27/16)

• August 27, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, a young man with Down syndrome scores a touchdown, bee venom is helping those with Parkinson’s, and what did Michael Jordan do for a fan with autism? All these stories and more!

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Week in Neurodiversity – Autism Awareness Goes Country! (8/20/16)

• August 20, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, bipolar, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, musicians write a song for autism awareness, a young man with Down syndrome becomes a cop for a day, and did you hear about the man with Parkinson’s who won a Martial Arts title?

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Week in Neurodiversity – Can a Watch Predict Epileptic Seizures? (8/13/16)

• August 13, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Epilepsy, Neurodiversity

In this episode, a man with Down syndrome graduates from Clemson, a watch senses seizures, and how does improv help those with OCD?

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Week in Neurodiversity – Sailing Away With Autism (8/6/16)

• August 6, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Epilepsy, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, a program helps children with autism learn to sail, robots assist with epilepsy, Jim Jeffries talks about having autism at age 36, and can parrots help with PTSD? All these stories in more in this week's episode!

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Week In Neurodiversity – Bowling Away PTSD (7/30/16)

• July 29, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, PTSD

In this episode, a girl with Asperger’s preaches a healthy lifestyle, a girl with Down syndrome video-bombs a news report, and have you heard about the barber in Brooklyn with Tourette’s?

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Week In Neurodiversity – Can Pokemon Go Battle Depression? (7/23/16)

• July 22, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, a woman with dementia plays the piano, a boy with autism wins a world title in taekwondo, and what effect is Pokemon Go having on the neurodiverse community?

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Week In Neurodiversity – Shark Tank Star Opens Up About Dyslexia (07/15/16)

• July 16, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode a young woman with Asperger’s creates her own business, a new device may help those with Parkinson’s, and a Shark Tank star discusses his dyslexia.

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Week In Neurodiversity – Have a Date For The Autism Ball? (7-9-16)

• July 8, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, a teen creates the “autism ball”, a documentary shows us a unique look at autism, and do you know how scientists are handling neurological conditions?

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Week In Neurodiversity – Skydiving for Parkinson’s Disease (7-2-16)

• July 2, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, a man sings to his mother to help with her Alzheimer’s, a girl with Tourette’s graduates high school with her service dog, and how many times did a man skydive in 12 hours to raise money for Parkinson’s research?

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Week In Neurodiversity – The MMA Fighter With Autism (6-25-16)

• June 24, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Anxiety, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, a girl with autism receives thousands of cards for her birthday, comedian Michael McCreary opens about having Asperger’s, and did you here about the MMA fighter who was just diagnosed with autism?

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Week In Neurodiversity – Dog with Epilepsy the Next Star of Transformers? (06/18/16)

• June 17, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Epilepsy, Neurodiversity, ocd, tourette's

In this episode, a teen with Tourette’s creates a vlog, an author opens up about OCD, and did you hear about the dog with epilepsy that’s going to be in Transformers?

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The Week In Neurodiversity – Can Theater Benefit the Autistic? (6/11/16)

• June 11, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Concussions, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, a study shows drama classes help those with autism, a town is colored purple for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and how did one man gain control of his Parkinson’s?

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The Week In Neurodiversity – Do Kids and Adults Have Different ADHD? (06/03/16)

• June 3, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, apraxia, Autism, Epilepsy, Neurodiversity, ocd

This week- adult ADHD may differ from that of children, twins with OCD under go a new surgery, a documentary sheds light on epilepsy, and more!

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Week in Neurodiversity – Can Worms Cure Parkinson’s? (5/28/16)

• May 27, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Autism, down's syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode we look at worms that could help cure Parkinson's, a young entrepreneur with down's syndrome, a collar that could prevent concussions, and more!

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Week in Neurodiversity – Asperger’s Boy Writes Poem that “Breaks the Internet” (5/21/16)

• May 20, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• Alzheimer's Disease, asoerger's, Autism, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

Move over Kim Kardashian, because this week in neurodiversity features Asperger's boy Writes a poem that REALLY "Breaks the Internet," A pen has been created that could read to the dyslexic, and a military homecoming that will make your heart melt!

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Week in Neurodiversity – Boxing Away Parkinson’s Disease (5/14/16)

• May 13, 2016
• Mike Nickas
• ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, misophonia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

This week in neurodiversity features Kristen Bell discussing her issues with anxiety, a Vine comedian opens up about bi-polar and depression, and a new program hopes to use boxing to fight Parkinson's disease.

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