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Brain Injury Support Groups – A Lifeline to Recovery

Brain Injury Support Groups – A Lifeline to Recovery

Traumatic brain injury survivor David Grant discusses the positive impact TBI support groups have...
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Study Finds 70% of Bipolar Patients Initially Misdiagnosed

According to research, bipolar disorder is misdiagnosed in 70% of patients,...
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The Hidden Curriculum, with Brenda Smith Myles Ph.D. | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 42

The Hidden Curriculum, with Brenda Smith Myles Ph.D. | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 42

(38 mins) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory, CAS,...
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Kobe Bryant Surprises a Fan with Epilepsy – Week in Neurodiversity

Kobe Bryant Surprises a Fan with Epilepsy – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 45 sec) In this episode, a former high school athlete looks to...
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The Intersection of Autism and Improv: One Grandmother’s Story

Sandy Bruce discusses the role improv can play in helping people with autism, and...
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Harnessing the Potential of the Neurodivergent, with Pierre Marsh | EDB 129

Harnessing the Potential of the Neurodivergent, with Pierre Marsh | EDB 129

(21 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with author and neurodiversity...
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9 Myths About Autism

9 Myths About Autism

From news to TV to movies, ideas about and portrayals of people on the...
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3 R’s of Holistic Advocacy: Relationship, Respect, and Resilience

3 R’s of Holistic Advocacy: Relationship, Respect, and Resilience

Naome Soleil, Ph.D. discusses her own history as an educator, and shares what she...
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How Dogs in Chile Are Helping Kids with Autism at the Dentist – Week in Neurodiversity

How Dogs in Chile Are Helping Kids with Autism at the Dentist – Week in Neurodiversity

In this episode, a middle schooler with Down syndrome scores for his soccer team,...
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NFL's Safest Helmet May be Making the Jump to the U.S. Army

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...
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A Firsthand Look at the Benefits of Flotation-REST (Reduced Environmental Stimulation Technique)

A Firsthand Look at the Benefits of Flotation-REST (Reduced Environmental Stimulation Technique)

Flotation-REST. What on Earth is it, and how can it benefit me? If you...
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Transition Programs for Women with Autism, with Elizabeth Roberts, PsyD of CIP | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 41

(43 mins) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory,...
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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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Can Improv Classes Ease Anxiety?

Can Improv Classes Ease Anxiety?

Casey Grambo is a woman living in Connecticut who suffers from severe social anxiety...
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Mental Health and Relationships- codependency

Mental Health & Relationships: Navigating Codependency

Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the challenges of codependency, and offers tips for navigating...
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How a Teen with Autism Got Cast on “The Good Doctor” – Week in Neurodiversity

How a Teen with Autism Got Cast on “The Good Doctor” – Week in Neurodiversity

(3min 25sec) In this episode, a prom proposal for a teen with Down syndrome...
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Study Finds That Memories of Music Cannot Be Lost to Alzheimer's

Study Finds That Memories of Music Cannot Be Lost to Alzheimer’s

A recent study has revealed that the areas of the brain which associate music...
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The Ins and Outs of Successful Conversations

Autism & Socialization: The Ins and Outs of Successful Conversations

High school student Ruby Sasson, who is on the autism spectrum, shares tips and...
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Interoception and Autism, with Kelly Mahler MS, OTR/L | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 40

Interoception and Autism, with Kelly Mahler MS, OTR/L | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 40

(27 mins) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory, CAS,...
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Meet The Swimming Phenom with Tourette’s and ADHD – Week in Neurodiversity

Meet The Swimming Phenom with Tourette’s and ADHD – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 mins 33 sec) In this episode, a Missouri family sells bow ties for...
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Star Wars Themed Epilepsy Walk Raises $145,000

In Costa Mesa, California, around 2000 people showed up to march in support of...
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Protecting The Legal Rights of Different Brains, with Kimberley Spire-Oh | EDB 125

(12 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Kimberley Spire-Oh. She...
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Music Never Met A Brain It Couldn’t Help

Joseph S. Lento discusses the good music can do for brains, regardless of what...
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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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New Figures Show Prevalence of Autism is Increasing

New Figures Show Prevalence of Autism is Increasing

According to a new report from the CDC, 1 out of 59 children in...
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Autism and Resilience

How Resilient Are YOU?

Jackie M. Marquette Ph.D. discusses the importance of resilience, and presents a simple guide...
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Six Flags New Jersey Hosting Autism Day

Six Flags Great Adventure, a theme park...
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The First All-Autistic Wedding, with Anita Lesko, with Anita Lesko | EDB 124

The First All-Autistic Wedding, with Anita Lesko | EDB 124

(18 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with author and...
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Building Resiliency in Women with Autism, with Jeanette Purkis | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 39

Building Resiliency in Women with Autism, with Jeanette Purkis | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 39

(35 mins) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory,...
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How One Teen With Down Syndrome Is Helping The Homeless – Week In Neurodiversity

(3 mins 30 sec) In this episode, the NBA store in New York City...
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When Different Brains Grow Up: the NDSS Adult Down Syndrome Summit

Dr. Hackie Reitman discusses the importance of giving support to people with Down syndrome...
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Boy with Autism Builds World’s Largest Lego Model of the Titanic

Brynjar Karl Bigisson, a boy from Reykjavik, Iceland has built the world's largest replica...
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Parenting With An Eye Toward Adulthood

Rachel Bédard, Ph.D. continues her look at redefining "adulting" by focusing on where parenthood...
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Bryan Cranston Spreads Alzheimer’s Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity

Bryan Cranston Spreads Alzheimer’s Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 mins 27 sec) In this episode a 14-year old model with Down syndrome...
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Parents View Neurodiversity

One Parent’s View of Neurodiversity

Cheryl Fox, M.O.T., OTR/L C/NDT discusses how her daughter's diagnosis with autism changed her...
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Living with OCD and Autism

Living with OCD and Autism

Eric Zimmerman discusses his how he has taken control of his dual diagnoses of...
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5 Celebrities with Tourette’s Syndrome

We take a look at some famous people who struggled and succeeded with Tourette's...
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Demystifying Diagnosis | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 38

Demystifying Diagnosis | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 38

(43 mins) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory,...
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Championing Down Syndrome for the Special Olympics, with Patrick & Paul Sallarulo | EDB 122

(14 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Special Olympics athlete...
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Father Raps for Daughter with Down Syndrome – Week in Neurodiversity

Father Raps for Daughter with Down Syndrome – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 14 sec) In this episode, a Cleveland non-profit helps adults on the...
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Creating the First Summit for Adults with Down Syndrome

Sara Hart Weir, M.S. and Jadene S. Ransdell of the National Down Syndrome Society...
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Sesame Place Theme Park Receives World's First Autism Certification

Sesame Place Theme Park Receives World’s First Autism Certification

Sesame Place, a children's theme park located in Philadelphia, PA and based on the...
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Mental Health & Relationships: Warning Signs of Dating a Narcissist

Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT highlights some of the common warning signs, and blind spots,...
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Colorado Community Comes Together for Birthday Girl with Autism – Week in Neurodiversity

Colorado Community Comes Together for Birthday Girl with Autism – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 24 sec) In this episode a 3-year-old with Down syndrome enters the...
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Apple Petitions for Disability-Inclusive Emojis

Apple recently sent Unicode Consortium a proposal for 13 new emojis, including several to...
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Advancing Adults with Autism Beyond the Summit

Advancing Adults with Autism Beyond the Summit

Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses how he hopes a recent autism summit in his...
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Finding Happiness in Neurodiversity, with Shawn Smith, Me.D., CCC | EDB 121

Finding Happiness in Neurodiversity, with Shawn Smith, Me.D., CCC | EDB 121

(13 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues speaking with Canadian advocate Shawn...
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New App Predicts Manic and Depressive Episodes in Bipolar Users

New App Predicts Manic and Depressive Episodes in Bipolar Users

A new app has been released for the iPhone which passively monitors user input...
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Service Dogs for People with Alzheimer’s – Week in Neurodiversity (3/24/18)

Service Dogs for People with Alzheimer’s – Week in Neurodiversity (3/24/18)

(3 min 28 sec) In this episode Carson Daly opens up about his anxiety...
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What to Expect from Biomedical Treatment for Autism and ADHD

What to Expect from Biomedical Treatment for ADHD and Autism

"The Autism Doctor" Dr. Brian Udell discusses ways to measure progress in the treatment...
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A Barber's Mission to Fade Autism

A Barber’s Mission to “Fade” Autism

A Pennsylvania barber is on a mission to help those with autism enjoy their...
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ADHD & Entrepreneurs, with Shawn Smith, Me.D., CCC | EDB 120

(16 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman welcomes back regular guest Shawn Smith,...
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Autism 101 First then for all

Autism 101: “First, then” For All

Rita Roem discusses the concept of "first, then," and how it is can be...
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Snoop Dogg and the NFL’s Demarcus Ware Raise ADHD Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity (3/17/18)

Snoop Dogg and the NFL’s Demarcus Ware Raise ADHD Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity (3/17/18)

(3 min 19 sec) Patients with Alzheimer’s find joy through singing, a man with...
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Not All Epileptic Seizures Are The Same

We take a look at the various types of epileptic seizure - from Clonic...
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Helping Different Brains Around the World, with Dr. Chris Stout | EDB 106

Helping Different Brains Around the World, with Dr. Chris Stout | EDB 106

(25 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Chris Stout, PsyD.,...
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Positive IEP Meetings- Yes they are possible!

Positive IEP Meetings- Yes they are possible!

Alexandra Ramirez-Vizcaino gives tips to parents for ensuring their IEP meetings are successful and...
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Episode 36 - Autism & the Movies: Keep the Change

Autism & the Movies: Keep the Change | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 36

(33 mins) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory,...
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Girl with Down Syndrome Joins Harlem Globetrotters – Week in Neurodiversity (3/10/18)

(3min 26sec) In this episode, a man with ADHD opens a boxing gym for...
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A Doctor’s Journey Towards Integrative Medicine

A Doctor’s Journey Towards Integrative Medicine

Mark A Vacker, M.D. discusses how a personal medical crisis led him to understand...
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DYSPLA Hosting Film Festival Dedicated to Dyslexic Filmmakers

DYSPLA Hosting Film Festival Dedicated to Dyslexic Filmmakers

Starting on March 14, 2018, in London, DYSPLA will be hosting a unique experience...
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The Biggest Mistake Autism Parents Make, with Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D. | EDB 119

(16 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with Jennie...
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How Singing Helps One Woman with Tourette’s – Week in Neurodiversity (3/3/18)

How Singing Helps One Woman with Tourette’s – Week in Neurodiversity (3/3/18)

(3 min 47 sec) In this episode, a second grader with Down syndrome makes...
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How to Have a Successful Autism Doctor Visit

Dr. Brian Udell discusses tips for ensuring a positive doctor visit for for your...
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Autism and the DIR/Floortime Method, with Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D. | EDB 118

(22 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D.,...
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Actors with Down syndrome make theater history

Actors with Down Syndrome Make Theater History

Actress Jaimie Brewer is breaking down barriers as the only known performer with Down...
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Autism at NYU, with Kristie Patten Koenig, PhD, OT/L, FAOTA | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 35

Autism at NYU, with Kristie Patten Koenig, PhD, OT/L, FAOTA | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 35

(36 mins) In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory, CAS,...
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14 Year Old Girl Develops Alzheimer’s App – Week in Neurodiversity (2/24/18)

(3 min 24 sec) In this episode, a student with autism leads a yoga...
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adhd, tips, tricks, tools, adults, neurodiversity

5 Tips for Dealing With Adult ADHD

Here are five easy tricks to help ADHD adults out there to avoid trouble...
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Tips for Preventing Alzheimer’s, with Seth Keller, M.D. of the AADMD | EDB 117

(19 minutes) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with Seth...
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Autism and Careers - Facing the Fear of Uncertainty

Autism & Careers: Facing the Fear of Uncertainty

Jackie M. Marquette, Ph.D. discusses the challenge some people with autism face in seeking...
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Boy with Autism Becomes Train Conductor for a Day – Week in Neurodiversity (2/17/18)

Boy with Autism Becomes Train Conductor for a Day – Week in Neurodiversity (2/17/18)

(3 min 21 sec) In this episode, a boy with autism gets to be...
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Early Childhood Learning: Supporting Neurodiversity From the Womb and On

John Mavros discusses the importance of building language skills in children from before birth...
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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...
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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...
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Emotional Support Animals, with Antonio Hector Jr and Walter the support dog | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 34

Emotional Support Animals, with Antonio Hector Jr and Walter the support dog | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 34

In this episode, hosts Katherine Cody, Psy.D. and Becca Lory, CAS, BCCS discuss...
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Painter with Down Syndrome Wows Art Community - Week in Neurodiversity (2/10/18)

Painter with Down Syndrome Wows Art Community – Week in Neurodiversity (2/10/18)

(3 min) In this episode, aerobics help improve symptoms of Alzheimer’s, families receive tattoos...
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The 10 Earliest Signs of Autism

The 10 Earliest Signs of Autism

Dr. Brian Udell covers the ten earliest signs he has seen in children on...
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How is Demi Lovato Offering Free Mental Health Help During Her Tour?

Former Disney channel star Demi Lovato hopes motivational sessions at the beginning of every...
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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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