The Other CTE: Toxicants & Your Brain, with Marcia Ratner, Ph.D. | EDB 207
(VIDEO - 24 mins) World-leading neurotoxicologist and research scientist Dr. Marcia Ratner discusses "the other CTE": Chronic Toxic Encephalopathy.
MLB’s Nola Brothers Raise ALS Awareness
(VIDEO - 3 min 50 sec) In this episode: an eating disorder survivor walks to raise awareness, MLB brothers look to raise awareness for ALS, & more!
University Officials Take Stand Against Concussions in Football
Regents at the University of Colorado spoke openly against a newly hired coach who supports a style of football linked to an increased incidence of concussions.
The Best of the Week In Neurodiversity – 2018 Year in Review
(6 min 17 sec) In this episode, we count down the top 10 stories from 2018, including a comedian with Tourette’s becoming famous on America’s Got Talent, the first Washington Lobbyist with Down syndrome, the first runner with cerebral palsy earning a contract with Nike, and more!
Cheerleader With Down Syndrome Inspires Her School
(3min 30sec) In this episode, a cheerleader with Down syndrome inspires her school, a girl with cerebral palsy inspires a playground, a boy with dyslexia looks to create more support for those with the same challenges, and more!
Woman with Cerebral Palsy Opens CrossFit Gym
(3 min 16 sec) In this episode, the Philadelphia Eagles get set to launch their 2nd annual Autism Challenge, Stanford launches a concussion education course, and a cancer survivor with cerebral palsy opens a CrossFit gym, and more!
How Concussions Impact Those with ADHD
In a recent study, those with ADHD showed a higher rate of continuous effects on the brain following a concussion, such as long-lasting anxiety and depression.
Swimmers With Down Syndrome Compete in Nova Scotia – Week in Neurodiversity
(3 min 28 sec) In this episode researchers from USC find a link between social media use and ADHD, swimmers with Down syndrome break records in Nova Scotia, and more!
300 Bikers Celebrate Boy with Autism’s 10th Birthday!
(3 min 36 sec) In this episode, patients reverse the symptoms of early Alzheimer’s, a high school uses brain scans to test for concussions, bikers comes together to celebrate a birthday for a child with autism, and more!
NFL’s Safest Helmet May be Making the Jump to the U.S. Army
In response to this abundance of blunt force trauma injuries in American soldiers, the U.S. Army and VICIS Inc. have partnered together in order to create a helmet which can also prevent concussions.
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 needs family, a piano prodigy with autism mesmerizes audiences for World Autism Month and more!
Three Olympic Athletes Pledge to Donate Their Brains for Concussion Research
These three athletes have signed a pledge to donate their brains to the Concussion Legacy Foundation after they die.
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 is Co-Chair of the AADMD’s National Task Group on Intellectual Disabilities and Dementia Practices.
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 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!
Doctor Raps for Concussion Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity (5/13/17)
(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!
Legoland Becomes Autism Friendly! – Week in Neurodiversity (4/08/17)
(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?
Teen with Down Syndrome’s Dog Treat Business is a Hit! – Week in Neurodiversity (3/18/17)
(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!
Girl With Apraxia Finds Bond With Shelter Cats – Week In Neurodiversity (2/04/17)
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?
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 autism finds a best friend in his service dog, and brain implants help paralyzed monkeys walk!
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 talks about growing up with dyslexia, and have you seen the football player with Down syndrome that scored a touchdown for his sick mother?
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 is colored purple for Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and how did one man gain control of his Parkinson’s?
Week in Neurodiversity – Alzheimer’s Journalist (4/23/16)
This Week in Neurodiversity features a journalist with Alzheimer's disease, virtual reality goggles, and an autistic boy signing "Let It Go" from the movie Frozen.
Hosted by Matthew Ryan.
Week in Neurodiversity (4/9/16)
The Week in Neurodiversity highlights recent news stories that speak to the differences in our brains.
Hosted by Matthew Ryan.
Autism Acceptance Day Edition of the Week in Neurodiversity (4/2/16)
The Autism Acceptance Day edition of the Week in Neurodiversity highlights recent news stories that speak to the differences in our brains.
Hosted by Matthew Ryan.
New Football Helmet May Reduce Concussions
To reduce the number of concussions in football, a startup company is Seattle is developing a new helmet that absorbs shock differently than a traditional football helmet.
Student-athletes’ brains should be tested before they suffer a concussion
By Peter Bochner Taking the time to give a student-athlete a quick brain test, known…
Mental Boot Camp May Be Treatment for Concussions
By Peter Bochner A clinic in Provo, Utah, is claiming to have remarkable success in…
