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9 Tips for Coping with Holiday Blues and Stress

9 Tips for Coping with Holiday Depression and Stress

Darlene Lancer, LMFT shares tips for dealing with depression and anxiety during the holiday...
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Coping with Depression and Despair

Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explores the common causes of depression and despair, and shares...
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Scorching Stress: How Heat Can Impact Your Mental Health

Amelia Zannoni explores recent research that suggests extreme heat can have an impact on...
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Neurodiverse In The Open: To Self-Identify Or Not?

Cris Brady, M.Ed. discusses the pros and cons of forcing neurodivergent individuals to self-identify...
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You’re Utterly Miserable… Here’s What You Can Try

Self-advocate Kim Lew shares tips she uses to cope with major depression....
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The Coronavirus Pandemic: Zahra’s Journey With Depression

Zahra, an intern, shares her story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and how...
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Recognize, Understand & Manage Depression with Dr. Marsha Brown | DB Speaker Series

(59 mins) Clinical Psychologist Dr. Marsha Brown's webinar "Deconstructing Sadness: Must-Have Tools to Recognize,...
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Are You Or Your Elder Loved One Willing To Plan For The Long-Term?

Jill Poser – Kammet, CGCM discusses the need for long-term care planning for elder...
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Piano as a Coping Mechanism in the Age of COVID-19

Occupational Octaves creator Lee D. Stockner discusses the role piano playing can have in...
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How Dakota Johnson Is Changing the Way People Look at Depression

Autism self-advocate Joey Lamia explores how Dakota Johnson is using her depression diagnosis to...
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Neurodiversity & Chronic Pain, with Karen Prescod the BowTie Gurl | EDB 202

(VIDEO - 26 minutes) BowTie Kids founder Karen Prescod on battling her chronic pain...
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Finding the Super Powers Within with Dr. April Lisbon | Episode 1: Bria Brown

(VIDEO - 15 mins) Dr. April Lisbon believes the differences in our brains can...
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From Breakdown to Breakthrough: Tips For Heeding Your Wake-Up Call, with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 195

(VIDEO - 30mins) Dr. Mark Goulston discusses his history of suicide prevention, tools he...
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2019 in Review: The Wisdom of Self-Advocates, w/ Marcie Ciampi, Haley Moss, Jude Morrow & more | EDB 191

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Tragedy Into Triumph: The Susan D. Lyons Foundation For Hope

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Improving Anxiety, Sleep, Memory & More With Binaural Beats

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PositiviTeens®: Parenting Teens In The Digital Age

Sherry Kelly, Ph.D. discusses some of the signs that overuse of technology may be...
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Six Celebrities That Have Openly Shared Their Experience with Depression

Derek Dunston looks at the stories of six celebrities that worked through their personal...
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New Study Confirms Exercise Eases Anxiety, Anger, & Depression

University of Vermont lecturer and psychotherapist David Tomasi is working to show the treatment...
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National Alliance on Mental Illness: Ending the Stigma, with Sandra Cumper, M.S. | EDB 171

(VIDEO - 15 minutes) Hackie Reitman, M.D. discusses ending mental health stigma with Sandra...
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Study Finds Positive Memories Can Redirect Depressive Thinking

A team from Lancaster University and Trinity College Dublin have found that technologies related...
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‘Game of Thrones’ Star Sophie Turner Discusses Depression

(3 min 20 sec) In this episode: Al Roker discusses raising a son with...
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The Evolutionary Advantages of Mental Illness

Comedian and mental illness self-advocate Frank King discusses how he feels the abilities that...
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Computers May Soon Detect Depression in Your Voice

Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have been studying and refining computer-based...
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College Football Rivals Help Student With Down Syndrome

(3 min 50 sec) In this episode: a man with dyslexia who didn’t learn...
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The 11 Year Old Scrabble Master With Autism

(3 min 31 sec) In this episode: a boy with dyslexia starts a “reading...
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2018 in Review: Supporting & Optimizing Our Brains, w/ Dr. Seth Keller, Dr. Ken Dychtwald & more | EDB 154

(17 minutes) In this second of two “2018 in Review” episodes, we are going...

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2018 in Review: Advice From The Self-Advocates | EDB 153

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Preventing Suicide, with Jackie Rosen of FISP | EDB 152

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Meet The First NCAA Player With Autism

(3 min 10 sec) In this episode, former football player Tim Green looks to...
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Jamie Foxx, Jeremy Renner, & More Support Global Down Syndrome Fashion Show!

(3 min 33 sec) In this episode: Pedal for Alzheimer’s goes 1,100 miles, stars...
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Michael Phelps Discusses Battle With Depression

(3 min 23 sec) In this episode, a Kentucky family is spreading awareness for...
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Accepting Help to Overcome Depression, with Jeff Emmerson | EDB 127

Accepting Help to Overcome Depression, with Jeff Emmerson | EDB 127

(24 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Jeff Emmerson, co-author...
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How One Community Is Helping a Girl with Apraxia – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 22 sec) In this episode: robotic pets help those with dementia, A&E...
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Furniture Gallery Hosts Prom for Kids with Autism – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 32 sec) In this episode, Alzheimer’s Caregivers share their stories, singer and...
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How Concussions Impact Those with ADHD

In a recent study, those with ADHD showed a higher rate of continuous effects...
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Former NHL Goalie Shares His Experiences with OCD, PTSD, and Depression

Clint Malarchuk, a former goalie in the National Hockey League active from...
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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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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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Brain Training for Neurological Imbalances Through Neurofeedback

Dr. Jacqueline Davis discusses the use of neurofeedback for ADHD, autism, depression, and anxiety....
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Digital Medicine: Videogames as Treatment for Alzheimer’s and Depression

Neuroscape, a research lab at the University of California at San Francisco (UCSF), is...
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Music as Medicine: The Effects of Music Therapy on Depression

Music as Medicine: The Effects of Music Therapy on Depression

Megan Baksh takes a look at recent studies highlighting the good listening to music...
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Netflix Previews New Series about Teen With Autism – Week in Neurodiversity (7/08/17)

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

(3 min 55 sec) In this episode, the trailer for the Netflix series Atypical...
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Can Golf Help People with Parkinson’s? – Week in Neurodiversity (4/22/17)

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

(4 mins 10 sec) In this episode, Julia the Muppet with autism makes her...
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Study Suggests Genetic Link Among Autism, ADHD, Bipolar, and Other Neurodiverse Conditions

According to a recent study, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, schizophrenia and autism all have...
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Woman with Down Syndrome Realizes Dream of Delivering the Weather – Week in Neurodiversity (3/25/17)

(3 min 50 sec) In this episode, Lo Bosworth discusses her depression and anxiety...
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A Blood Test for Depression? – The Week in Neurodiversity (2/25/17)

(4min 12sec) In this episode, Lena Dunham demonstrates yoga poses to help with anxiety,...
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New Device Helps People with Asperger’s Interpret Emotions – The Week in Neurodiversity (2/18/17)

(3 min 49 sec) In this episode, a teen with Down syndrome fulfills his...
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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 – Rock Climber with Epilepsy Inspires (11/12/16)

In this episode, cognitive behavioral therapy is helping those with insomnia, a man with...
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Neurodiversity: No Two Brains Are Exactly Alike

Julie Saumsiegle discusses her viewpoint on the idea of neurodiversity, and why society needs...
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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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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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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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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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A Possible New Treatment for People with PTSD

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Depression changes gray matter in young brains

The brains of children who suffer clinical depression as preschoolers develop differently than those...
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