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Defining Neurodiversity for 2017: It’s Different Brains

In our final blog of 2016, Different Brains founder Hackie Reitman, M.D. discusses the...
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Sensory-Friendly Santa For Kids With Autism – Week In Neurodiversity (12/24/16)

In this episode, kids are meeting Santa in malls all over the country in...
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Autism, Predictability, and the Desire for Interpersonal Relations

Eric Zimmerman discusses how a recent trip forced him to expand his horizons, and...
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Robot Helping Children with Autism in the Middle East

An innovative humanoid robot named Milo, released last year to help children with autism,...
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The Journey Through School and Work of One Young Woman with Autism

In her first blog for Different Brains, advocate Rebecca Witonsky tells the story of...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Woman with Down Syndrome Starts Cookie Business (12/10/16)

In this episode, CalTeach researchers find a link between Parkinson’s and gut bacteria, Demi...
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Autism / Independence – Do All You Can, While You Can

Amalia Starr tells of how the loss of Brandon, her son with autism, highlights...
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12-Year Old Quarterback with Autism Leads Football Team to Winning Season

Mason Watson, quarterback of the Goose Creek Small Fry Patriots, has led his team...
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Self-Advocacy on the Autism Spectrum, with Becca Lory | EDB 59

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with director of development for...
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Twenty-five Effective Career Preparations that Promote Autism Spectrum Employment

Dr. Jackie M. Marquette discusses the challenges and methods of helping individuals on the...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Selena Gomez Opens Up About Depression (12/3/16)

In this episode, a rapper with autism releases his debut album, models with Down...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Michael J Fox & Dave Matthews Jam for Parkinson’s (11/26/16)

In this episode, a student with autism becomes homecoming king, “Aspergers Are Us” takes...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Brain Implants Make Paralyzed Monkeys Walk (11/19/16)

In this episode, a toddler with Down syndrome models for Oshkosh, a boy with...
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Maximizing Educational Success for Different Brains with Lori Bitar | EDB 56

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Lori Bitar, educational consultant and author...
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Toys “R” Us Creating Sensory-Friendly Shopping for Those with Autism

When you think of Toys “R” Us, it’s unlikely that you are envisioning a...
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Socializing on the Autism Spectrum with Sarah Howard | EDB 55

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Sarah Howard. Sarah is a member...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Boy with Tourette’s Sings with Carrie Underwood (11/05/16)

In this episode, a woman becomes Argentina’s first teacher with Down syndrome, Louisiana Tech...
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SMILE Miracles: Don’t Underestimate Potential on the Autism Spectrum

After three years of operations, Rob & Denise Resnik offer their perspectives on the...
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Gender & Neurodiversity: Recognizing the Diversity Within the Autism Spectrum, with Tania Marshall | EDB 54

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. continues his conversation with Australian psychologist and award-winning...
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Week in Neurodiversity – A Therapy Duck For PTSD? (10/29/16)

In this episode, Amanda Seyfried opens up about having OCD, scientists develop a new...
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Teen With Autism Shines as Mascot

Joshua Eryou, a senior at East Lawrence High School, is like many people with...
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Relief: Receiving an Autism Diagnosis as an Adult

Becca Lory discusses how her life changed when she received her autism diagnosis at...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Soccer Star Opens Up About Depression (10/22/16)

In this episode, a former soccer players discusses depression, a teacher is accompanied on...
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Guilt: The Elephant In The Room of Special Needs Parents

Mari Nosal discusses the tendency of the parents of children with special needs to...
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Specialisterne: A Million Jobs for People with Autism and Other Unique Abilities

Cheryl Checkers discusses Specialisterne, an international company determined to create employment for the neurodiverse....
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Week in Neurodiversity – Ben Affleck Studies Autism For Latest Role (10/15/16)

In this episode, Wentworth Miller stars in a depression awareness video, researchers are finding...
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AspienGirl: Embracing the Strengths of Women with Autism, with Tania Marshall | EDB 51

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Australian psychologist and award-winning author Tania...
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Trailblazing for Neurodiversity and Different Brains

Dr. Hackie Reitman discusses his experiences at Trailblazing 2016, a conference dedicated to encouraging...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Carly Simon Discusses Her Dyslexia (10/8/16)

In this episode, an apartment complex takes care of those with autism, Carly Simon...
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The “a” Word: It Doesn’t Just Mean “Autism”

Donna Levin discusses The a Word, a British television series that recently debuted in...
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Researchers Find Link Between Touch Sensation and Social Difficulties

Researchers have discovered the missing link between touch sensation and social difficulties for individuals...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Runner With Autism Wins the Gold (10-1-16)

In this episode, virtual reality helps those with social difficulties, a cheerleader asks a...
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Sensorimotor and Neurologically Based Music Therapy: An Interview with Dr. Dorita Berger

Dr. Jennifer Jo Brout speaks with Dr. Dorita Berger about the various benefits music...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Girl With Down Syndrome Realizes Cheerleading Dream (9/24/16)

In this episode, a girl with Down syndrome becomes an honorary cheerleader and have...
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Lost in translation – What I thought my son with autism didn’t understand

Linda Mastroianni discusses how her ways of communicating with her son, who has autism,...
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Diagnosing Neurodiversity: 7 Advocates Tell How They Learned They Have Autism | EDB 48

In this special episode of Exploring Different Brains, Hackie Reitman, M.D. presents 7 previous...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Rapper Becomes Autism Advocate (9/17/16)

In this episode, a rapper become an autism advocate, patients with Parkinson’s climb Machu...
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Week in Neurodiversity – FSU Football Star Makes the Day of Young Boy With Autism (9/10/16)

In this episode, an amusement park creates a calming room for kids with autism,...
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Why Therapy Shouldn’t Always Lead to Medication, with Dr. Lauren Gerber | EDB 46

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with returning guest Dr. Lauren Gerber, author...
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Week In Neurodiversity – Friends with Down Syndrome Make a Zombie Movie Epic! (9/3/16)

In this episode, Taryn Manning stars in a movie about bipolar disorder, Cara Delevigne...
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College Life with Asperger’s Syndrome, with Dietrich Kuhlmann | EDB 45

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Dietrich Kuhlmann, a sophomore...
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Simple Steps for Massaging Away Meltdowns in the Neurodiverse

Just a few simple massage techniques will bring someone back into the "parasympathetic" state...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Michael Jordan Makes the Dreams of a Fan with Autism Come True (8/27/16)

In this episode, a young man with Down syndrome scores a touchdown, bee venom...
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Breathing Your Way to a Healthier Brain, with Ed Harrold | EDB 44

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman sits down with Ed Harrold, performance enhancement coach...
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A Michael Jordan Fan With Autism Gets The Surprise of his Life

A fan of Michael Jordan received gifts and a phone call from the sports...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Autism Awareness Goes Country! (8/20/16)

In this episode, musicians write a song for autism awareness, a young man with...
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The Benefits of Music for Therapy and the Neurodiverse

Martha Summa discusses the important role music can play in therapy for the neurodiverse,...
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Empowering People With Autism: Enabling the Abilities of the Neurodiverse with Stacey Hoaglund | EDB 43

In this episode Dr. Hackie Reitman sits down with Stacey Hoaglund, a tireless advocate...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Can a Watch Predict Epileptic Seizures? (8/13/16)

In this episode, a man with Down syndrome graduates from Clemson, a watch senses...
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How My Son with Autism’s So-Called Obsession with Directions Shows Me the Genius Within

It’s time to start encouraging our children with autism, who show extreme interest in...
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Seeing the World Through the Eyes of Your Child

The next time your child or client reacts in a way you don’t understand,...
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Communication and Asperger’s

Eric Zimmerman talks about how communication can present challenges for people on the autism...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Sailing Away With Autism (8/6/16)

In this episode, a program helps children with autism learn to sail, robots assist...
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Neurodiversity in the Arts: “Fitting In” by Colin Thompson

Donna Levin reviews's the new book "Fitting In," written by Colin Thompson and published...
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Can Hearing Test ID Autism?

Researchers have found that an inner ear deficiency in children with autism may affect...
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How Indian Head Massage May Benefit the Neurodiverse

Giuliana Fenwick tells of how raising a son with autism led her to develop...
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Week In Neurodiversity - Bowling Away PTSD (7/30/16)

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

In this episode, a girl with Asperger’s preaches a healthy lifestyle, a girl with...
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Woman with Asperger’s Cycles 100 Miles for Awareness

In an effort to raise awareness for the autism community, a 47-year-old woman...
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Week In Neurodiversity – Can Pokemon Go Battle Depression? (7/23/16)

In this episode, a woman with dementia plays the piano, a boy with autism...
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Autism and the Family: Therapeutic Solutions for the Household, with Dr. Lauren Gerber | EDB 40

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with author and psychologist Dr. Lauren Gerber....
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Week In Neurodiversity – Shark Tank Star Opens Up About Dyslexia (07/15/16)

In this episode a young woman with Asperger’s creates her own business, a new...
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How Do You Get Inspired? Finding Inspiration Through Neurodiversity | EDB 39

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with 7 amazing people from the world...
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Action, Advocacy, and Friends: The Birth of AASCEND

Sixteen years ago our family didn’t have any adult friends on the autism spectrum,...
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Week In Neurodiversity – Have a Date For The Autism Ball? (7-9-16)

In this episode, a teen creates the “autism ball”, a documentary shows us a...
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The Poetry in Asperger’s: Self Expression on the Spectrum, with Ian Hale, Ph.D. | EDB Episode 37

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. continues his conversation with Ian Hale, Ph.D., writer,...
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A Guide for an Autism-Friendly 4th of July

7 Tips To Make 4th of July Friendly to Those With Autism, Asperger’s, and Hyper-Senses

Between the barbecues, parties, and fireworks, the Fourth of July is one of the...
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Week In Neurodiversity – Skydiving for Parkinson’s Disease (7-2-16)

In this episode, a man sings to his mother to help with her Alzheimer’s,...
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Education, Jobs, Friends a Reality for Adults with Autism

Together with local and national leaders, we are demonstrating what’s possible when we work...
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Is Autism Hereditary? Neurodiversity in the Family Tree, with Ian Hale, Ph.D. | EDB Episode 36

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Ian Hale, Ph.D., a writer, poet,...
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Notions By Nickas My Journey Into Neurodiversity

Notions By Nickas: My Journey Into Neurodiversity (Part One)

In this column, I will be discussing my experiences in neurodiversity as well as...
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Week In Neurodiversity - The MMA Fighter With Autism (6-25-16)

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

In this episode, a girl with autism receives thousands of cards for her birthday,...
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Trailblazing 2016: Neurodiverse Entrepreneurship with Alexai Perez | EDB 34

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Alexai Perez, coordinator of <a href="http://www.trailblazing2016.com/"...
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The Square Root of Father’s Day

You’re a dad. Though maybe you didn’t recognize it at the time, your child...
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Week In Neurodiversity – Dog with Epilepsy the Next Star of Transformers? (06/18/16)

In this episode, a teen with Tourette’s creates a vlog, an author opens up...
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The Week In Neurodiversity – Can Theater Benefit the Autistic? (6/11/16)

In this episode, a study shows drama classes help those with autism, a town...
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Employment for the Autistic with Thomas D’Eri of Rising Tide Car Wash | EDB 30

Employment for the Autistic with Thomas D’Eri of Rising Tide Car Wash | EDB 30

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Thomas D’Eri, COO and co-founder of...
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EDB ep29 Fictional Characters on the Autism Spectrum with author Cassandra Dunn

Fictional Characters on the Autism Spectrum with author Cassandra Dunn | EDB ep.29

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Cassandra Dunn, author of...

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

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

This week- adult ADHD may differ from that of children, twins with OCD under...
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Neurodiversity in the Arts: It’s Not a Perfect World, but I’ll Take It

Donna Levin reviews Jennifer Rose's book "It’s Not a Perfect World, but I’ll Take...
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There’s No Place Like Home: For Adults With Autism & Other Special Abilities

Written from a mother’s heart, pondering his first home away from our family home,...
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