Living with Dementia, with Michael Ellenbogen | EDB 286
VIDEO - Dementia self-advocate and author Michael Ellenbogen returns to discuss living with the disease, and his work raising awareness around the world.
Diagnosing Dystonia
Amelia Zannoni explains what dystonia is, how it's diagnosed, facts and figures, and treatment options.
Autistic People in Military Service
Canadian self-advocate Aaron Bouma shares how people with autism are overlooked for military service, and why that should change.
Autism & Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 140
AUDIO - Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with autism & body-focused repetitive behaviors (BRB) self-advocate and 2023 Ultimate International Miss Pennsylvania Sarah M. Pennington.
Neurodiversity and Storytelling, with Eva Grayzel | EDB 271
(VIDEO - 25 mins) Master storyteller and author Eva Grayzel discusses how sharing stories helps people connect and succeed.
Executive Function & Emotional Self-Regulation with Jeff Copper | ADHD Power Tools #95
(VIDEO - 12 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Jeff Copper discuss how executive function plays a role in emotional self-regulation!
How Reading Helped Me Recover From My Diagnosis of Inattentive ADHD
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW shares three books that eased her feelings of devastation following her inattentive ADHD diagnosis.
Why Metacognition Matters – A Lot!
Educator Liz Keable explains what "metacognition" is, and how it is vital for all of our brains.
Mental Health & Relationships: Is Someone “Playing the Victim”?
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses what it means for someone to "play the victim" in a relationship, and how a partner can tell if they are being manipulated.
2022 in Review: Towards an Inclusive Society, w/ Dr. Angelique Harris, David Geslak, Dr. Jennie Trocchio & more | EDB 285
VIDEO - In this second year-in-review episode, we are going to hear from neurodiversity change makers in medicine, education, therapy, and more we spoke with in 2022.
Masking or Camouflaging: An Autistic Self-Advocate Dialogue
Autism self-advocates Sean Inderbitzen, LCSW and Lisa Morgan M.Ed. CAS discuss the causes and consequences of masking.
Emotional Self-Regulation with Jeff Copper | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 12 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Jeff Copper discuss how ADHD and Emotional Self-Regulation are related!
Autism in 2023 | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 139
Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss what they think the best moments for the autism community were for 2022, and what they hope 2023 has in store.
2022 in Review: Advice from Self-Advocates, w/ Jude Morrow, Tom Oliver, Jhillika Kumar & more | EDB 284
In this first year-in-review episode, we hear from a handful of the amazing neurodivergent self-advocates we had the privilege of speaking with in 2022.
Power of 11 minutes with Mario Armstrong | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 19 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Mario Armstrong discuss how to capture a person's attention in just 11 minutes!
5 Tips on How to Keep New Year’s Resolutions
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains why resolutions can fail, and gives 5 tips for making lasting changes in the New Year.
ADHD & Focus with Mario Armstrong | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 19 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest Mario Armstrong discuss ADHD and how to focus on achieving your goals!
Navigating Shadow Syndromes: The Role of Clinical Judgement in ADHD Diagnoses
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW discusses the issue of doctors mistaking other conditions for ADHD, and what to do if it happens.
Autism & PDA: Understanding Demand Avoidance, with Diane Gould | EDB 268
(VIDEO - 30 mins) PDA North America founder Diane Gould discusses the “Pathological Demand Avoidance”, and its occurrence along the autism spectrum.
Overcoming Barriers to Therapy Access, with Dr. Jennie Trocchio | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 138
AUDIO - In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome back Dr. Jennie Trocchio, Vice President of Clinical Operations at Positive Development
9 Tips for Coping with Holiday Depression and Stress
Darlene Lancer, LMFT shares tips for dealing with depression and anxiety during the holiday season.
Traveling With Neurodivergent Kids This Holiday Season? Don’t Leave Before Reading These Tips
Jessica Leving offers tips to help neurodiverse families travel with minimal stress this holiday season.
Career Advisement for the Neurodivergent, with Beacon College’s Dr. James Williams | EDB 283
VIDEO - Autism self-advocate / Beacon College’s Director of Career Advisement Dr. James Williams discusses his work helping students find employment.
Cognitive Overload | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss cognitive overload!
Is Your Relationship Toxic?
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses toxic relationships, and what to do if you find yourself in one.
Creativity & Autism, with Samantha Gibb | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 137
AUDIO - In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with musical recording artist, an autism self-advocate, and an autism mom Samantha Gibb.
Navigating a Neurodiverse Household, with Bea Moise, MS, BCCS | EDB 282
VIDEO - ADHD self-advocate, autism mom, cognitive specialist, and parenting coach Bea Moise shares what she has learned from her neurodiverse household.
How a Couple with Down Syndrome Learned to Dance For Their Wedding | W.I.N.
VIDEO - In this episode, we’ll be sharing the story of a Michigan couple with Down syndrome who learned to dance for their wedding.
A Different Journey: Finding My Neurodivergent Calling
Jules Haden shares her journey to identifying as neurodivergent.
Why I Don‘t Tell People I Have Asperger’s
Different Brains interns and autistic self-advocate Bailey Bender shares why she feels functioning labels can be a double-edged sword.
Onboarding Doctors in Neurodiversity, with Peter S. Jensen, MD | EDB 262
(VIDEO - 28 mins) The REACH Institute founder Dr. Peter Jensen discusses his work training medical professionals in neurodiversity.
My Story of Autistic Burnout & Recovery
Katie Oswald, self-advocate and Executive Director of the Full Spectrum Agency for Autistic Adults, discusses her history of burnout, and how she recovered.
Gratitude and Mental Health: How to Feel Thankful Despite Challenges
Darlene Lancer, J.D., M.F.T. discusses the important role gratitude plays in emotional health, and gives tips to feel thankful despite challenges.
Thanksgiving 2022 | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 136
AUDIO - In this episode pre-holiday mini-episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts reflect on what they are thankful for this year.
Mentra: Creating a Neurodiversity Employment Network, w/ Jhillika Kumar | EDB 281
VIDEO - Mentra CEO & co-founder Jhillika Kumar discusses their work creating a platform to connect neurodiverse talent with employers.
Fashion Show Highlights Parkinson’s-Friendly Clothing | W.I.N.
VIDEO - In this episode, we’re heading over to Oregon for a fashion show celebrating accessible clothing for those with Parkinson’s!
Thankful To Be Okay: An Epilepsy Incident
Tom McGranahan, Jr. discusses one instance of a past seizure, and why he is thankful to share his journey with epilepsy.
Elevating Neurodiverse Voices, with Neuroversity’s Jessica Kidwell | EDB 280
Jessica Kidwell of the Neuroversity Podcast discusses why listening to and highlighting the voices of neurodivergent self-advocates is so important.
Life Before Learning Of My Autism Spectrum Diagnosis
Different Brains intern Noah Tenney describes his life before knowing of his Asperger's Syndrome diagnosis.
“I Have an Anxiety Disorder & This Is How I Cope With It” by Laura Hamilton | DB Speaker Bureau
VIDEO - Different Brain intern and mental health self-advocate Laura Hamilton shares some of her tools for dealing with an anxiety disorder.
Adrenal Exhaustion | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss adrenal exhaustion!
Catching Up | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 135
AUDIO - In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts catch up on the last month, discussing the experience of serving on jury duty, maintaining self-care during busy times, and the importance of small accomplishments.
Psychotherapy Is Lifelong Self-Discovery on Both Sides: An Autistic Self-Advocate’s Perspective
German autistic psychologist/psychotherapist Angela Yael Blumberger discusses her experiences with psychotherpy, and how it may not suit the neurodivergent.
Diversity in Medical School, with BUSM’s Angelique Harris, PhD, MA | EDB 279
VIDEO - BUSM’s Associate Dean of Diversity & Inclusion Dr. Angelique Harris discusses her work ending stigma in higher education.
What I Wish I Knew When I Began Raising an Autistic Child
Podcaster and autism mom Jessica Kidwell shares things she wish knew when she began her journey parenting a child on the spectrum.
Voting! | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 98
(AUDIO - 17 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss voting, and offer tips for reducing stress and being informed.
Signs of Healthy Boundaries
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explains the value of healthy boundaries, and gives 10 signs that you have them.
5 Tips for Safe Neurodiverse Trick or Treating
Halloween can be a lot of fun for kids regardless of label - so here are our "5 Ps" to achieving safe and fun trick or treating!
Fostering Positive Development on the Autism Spectrum, with Dr. J. Trocchio, Dr. L. Moyano & Y. Mora-Perea | EDB 278
VIDEO - Positive Development’s Dr. Jennie Trocchio, Dr. Lina Moyano & Yomayra Mora-Perea share their work creating a new option in therapy for neurodivergent individuals.
The Gray Truth: Helping Truth-Tellers Navigate ‘White Lies’
Wendy Lyman discusses the challenges her truth-telling neurodivergent son has coming to terms with the concept of "white lies".
What is PANDAS? with Mara Myers, R.N. | EDB 277
VIDEO - Mara Myers shares her son’s journey with the autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorder known as PANDAS.
Executive Function | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
VIDEO - In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss how executive function plays a role in ADHD!
Anorexia Nervosa in Women on the Autism Spectrum
Autism self-advocate and eating disorder specialist Brenda Grund shares important information about the co-occurence of ASD and Anorexia Nervosa in women.
Individuation: From Codependent Chameleon to Selfhood
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses how one's concept of self can be obscured by codependency, and shares ways to move towards "individuation".
Why I Think The Social Model of Disability Is Better Than the Medical Model
Autism self-advocate Rebecca Witonsky discusses why she thinks the social model of disability is better than the medial model.
Autism & DRBI Therapy, with Dr. Jennie Trocchio | EDB 276
VIDEO - Developmental therapist Dr. Jennie Trocchio shares how DRBI therapy can help autistic individuals thrive and build great connections.
How to Advocate for Your Needs to the Government
Autism & mental health self-advocate Kim Lew shares her experiences going to Capital Hill, and offers ways to let elected officials know about your needs.
Women & Hormones | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss how hormones in women affect ADHD symptoms!
ADHD and Friendships
Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW highlights challenges people with ADHD can have with friendships, and offers tools to help.
Training Doctors in Neurodiversity, with Lauren Clarke, BS, MHA | EDB 275
VIDEO - Stanford University student & researcher Lauren Clarke, BS, MHA discusses why doctors need more education in neurodiversity.
Trauma, Beliefs, and the Autistic Self
Autism self-advocate and therapist Sean Inderbitzen, LCSW discusses how trauma can change our beliefs and our self-images.
Why Sleep & Circadian Rhythms Matter For Mental Health
Sarah L. Chellappa, MD., MPH., PhD., highlights the role sleep can play in maintaining our mental health.
Fitness and Autism, with David Geslak & Ben Boudreaux | EDB 265
(VIDEO - 40 mins) David Geslak & Ben Boudreaux discuss the importance of physical activity for those on the autism spectrum.
The Importance of Peer Groups in The Autism Community
Katie Oswald, self-advocate and Executive Director of the Full Spectrum Agency for Autistic Adults, discusses the positive impact peers groups can have.
Life With Epilepsy: Acceptance, Courage, Strength & Determination
Self-advocate Lesley Donnelly shares what she has learned from her lifelong journey with epilepsy.
Technology & the Brain, with Gabriel Axel Montes, Ph.D. | EDB 274
VIDEO - Neuroscientist Gabriel Axel Montes, Ph.D. shares his work maximizing the brain’s potential through technology.
Tuberous Sclerosis Complex and “TAND”
Tuberous Sclerosis self-advocate Preston Fitzgerald discusses "TAND", and the impact it can have on those with the condition.
Autistic Man Wows With Lego Creations | W.I.N.
VIDEO - This week, we’ll be covering the story of a young man on the autism spectrum who has brought
hundreds of LEGO creations to life!
Stress & Burnout | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 6 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss stress and burnout!
A Conversation With Autienelle, with Lauren Melissa Ellzey | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 134
AUDIO - Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with autistic self-advocate, social justice influencer & author Lauren Melissa Ellzey, aka Autienelle.
Driving with Autism, featuring Andrew Arboe | EDB 261
(VIDEO - 20 mins) Self-advocate Andrew Arboe discusses his work helping other autistic individuals develop their driving skills.
CRAFT: Helping People with Addiction Get Treatment
Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses the pros and cons of the CRAFT method of helping a loved one with addiction issues get help.
Cultural Learning & Cultural Special Education: A Different Way Of Thinking About Neurodiversity
Self-advocate Ross Edelstein discusses the concept of "cultural special education", and how it can be beneficial to the neurodivergent community.
ADHD & Interrupting | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss ADHD & interrupting!
Doggone Helpful: A Look at Service Dogs
Kim Lew discusses the benefits of service dogs, and how to find one, with autism self-advocate J.R. Reed.
Navigating Sensory Sensitivities, with Dr. Janice Ryan | EDB 273
VIDEO - Dr. Janice Ryan shares how awareness of sensory issues improves therapy for the neurodivergent.
Meditation: The Original Neurodiverse Curriculum
Educator Joseph Lento explains the various ways people meditate in daily life, and the role it plays in our development.
Why I Consider Myself ‘Differently-abled’ — Not Disabled
Autism, OCD, and ADHD self-advocate Jordan O’Kelley shares why he sees neurodiversity as a strength, not a weakness.
Understanding NVLD, with Ryan Lundy | EDB 272
VIDEO - Self-advocate Ryan Lundy shares his experiences with NVLD - Nonverbal Learning Disorder.
Taking Things Personally | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
VIDEO - In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for taking things personally!
