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Transcending Labels by Cassandra Dunn Different Brains

Transcending Labels

Long before I’d ever heard the term Asperger’s, I learned to accept my bright,...
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Autism in Australia with Karina Barley | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 17

Autism in Australia with Karina Barley | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 17

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. welcomes Karina Barley, founder of Project Autism Australia...
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Matthew Ryan’s Week in Neurodiversity (4/9/16)

Week in Neurodiversity (4/9/16)

The Week in Neurodiversity highlights recent news stories that speak to the differences in...
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EDB Episode 16 - Allen Wong

Neurodiversity at the Dentist, with Dr. Allen Wong | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 16

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. welcomes Dr. Allen Wong, professor and director of...
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Matthew Ryan’s Week in Neurodiversity (4/2/16), autism acceptance day, world autism awareness month, world autism awareness day, light it up blue, autism awareness, autism acceptance, neurodiversity

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...
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DIFFERENT BRAINS SPORTS AND NEURODIVERSITY

10 Athletes That Support Autism Awareness

From baseball to hockey, football, golf and even Olympic weightlifters, there are a number...
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Autism and Hyperinterests with The Buddy Project's Eric Zimmerman | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 15

Autism and Hyperinterests with The Buddy Project’s Eric Zimmerman | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 15

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. interviews Eric Zimmerman, founder of The Buddy Project...
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Hollywood Visual Effects Studio Embraces Artists with Autism

There is a new wave of digital effects artists making their way in the...
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Matthew Ryan’s Week in Neurodiversity (3/26/16)

Week in Neurodiversity (3/26/16)

The Week in Neurodiversity highlights recent news stories that speak to the differences in...
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Neurodiversity in the Arts - Art of Adapting by Cassandra Dunn

Neurodiversity in the Arts: Cassandra Dunn’s “Art of Adapting”

I’m back to recommend another work of fiction featuring a neurodiverse character. This time...
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The Autism Doctor Brian Udell M.D. | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 14

The Autism Doctor Brian Udell M.D. | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 14

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. interviews Brian Udell, M.D., medical director of the...
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An Inclusive Society: A Team Effort

Every human being in society seeks shelter, a sense of meaningfulness, acknowledgment of their...
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Matthew Ryan’s Week in Neurodiversity (3/19/16)

Week in Neurodiversity (3/19/16)

On the Week in Neurodiversity, the host highlights newsworthy events in the news involving...
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Dyslexia Reading Strategies with Susan Kahn, M.Ed. | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 13

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. interviews Susan Kahn, M.Ed., educator and author of...
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A World of Possibilities for Autism: Here, There, Everywhere

A World of Possibilities for Autism: Here, There, Everywhere

Whether in a small town in Mississippi or within a 4.3 million-person metropolis, communities...
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Circus Caters to Audiences with Autism

Circus Caters to Audiences with Autism

When you think of a circus, you think of the wild events, strange lights,...
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week in neurodiversity

Week in Neurodiversity (3/12/16)

On the Week in Neurodiversity, the host highlights newsworthy events in the news involving...
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Upload Your Memories to the Cloud, Just Don’t Get Hacked!

Upload Your Memories to the Cloud, Just Don’t Get Hacked!

No more dangling your arms through a forest of outstretched limbs, phone in hand,...
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autism in the family with mari nosal

Autism in the Family with Mari Nosal, M.Ed. | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 12

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. interviews Mari Nosal, M.Ed., author of "Ten Commandments...
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Realizing I Had Social Anxiety

Realizing I Had Social Anxiety

I was afraid of social situations. I was afraid of making mistakes. I was...
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Autism and the Power of Memory with Ron Sandison | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 11

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. interviews Ron Sandison, an author and preacher with...
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Autism in books and on the screen

Neurodiversity’s New Role Today in Novels, Movies and the Arts

The past decade has seen a sharp rise in the number of non-fiction books...
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9 Year Old With Dyslexia Writes Book on Relativity

At only nine-years-old, a bright child and author, Denim Padberg, has released a quantum...
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Matthew Ryan's Week In Neurodiversity (2/27/16)

Week in Neurodiversity (2/27/16)

On the Week in Neurodiversity, the host highlights newsworthy events in the news involving...
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EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS - Episode 10: Elizabeth Wilkinson

The Dyslexic Dyslexia Consultant Elizabeth Wilkinson |EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 10

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. interviews Elizabeth Wilkinson, The Dyslexic Dyslexia Consultant and...
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Information To Know About Special Needs Parents

Information To Know About Special Needs Parents

Parenting kids with special needs can prove to be a strategic balancing act. It...
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The Education Lessons of Ron Large |EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 9

In...

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Let It Roll- New Options, More Choices for Adults with Autism

Let It Roll: New Options, More Choices for Adults with Autism

Last year, we connected with a social group for young adults with autism and...
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Taylor Swift 8 Times Social Media Made a Difference for the Neurodiverse

8 Times Social Media Made a Difference for the Neurodiverse

All of us have heard of instances where bullies used social media to victimize...
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U.K. Man Overcomes Asperger’s Reading and Writing Issues to Publish First Novel

U.K. Man Overcomes Asperger’s Reading and Writing Issues to Publish First Novel

Although reading and writing still gave him trouble, Scott was determined to become an...
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Lynn University: Helping the Neurodiverse Transition

Lynn University has a mission- to make sure that all students, whether traditional learners...
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Replace Autism Awareness With Autism Acceptance

Autism awareness, what does this really mean? Logos, colors and symbols that represent autism...
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EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS - Episode 07: Stephen Shore

Autism Advocate Stephen Shore | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 07

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with author and autism advocate Stephen Shore....
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A Community Smiles: Building Hope for Adults With Autism

Cleaning out closets, drawers and the garage seemed like a good plan for ringing...
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Blake's Snow Shack

Entrepreneur With Down Syndrome Starts New Business

Blake Pyron is about to become the youngest business owner in Sanger, Texas, and...
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EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS - Episode 06: Jim Sporleder

Teaching the Neurodiverse with Jim Sporleder | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 06

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. interviews Jim Sporleder, the former principle of Lincoln...
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Israel Foreign Ministry Hosts Exhibit of Artwork Made by Autistic Adults

Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs is hosting an art exhibit, entitled "Bridge to the...
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Autism and Employment with Michael Bernick | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 05

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman welcomes Michael Bernick, the former director of California's...
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New Football Helmet May Reduce Concussions

To reduce the number of concussions in football, a startup company is Seattle is...
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The Asperger's Trip to Israel

The Asperger’s Trip to Israel

For ten days, from December 21, 2015 through January 1, 2016, I was part...
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Camp Helps Teens With Autism Develop Social Skills

Camp Onward is designed to help teens with Asperger’s syndrome and...
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British Prime Minister pledges £1 billion toward mental health care

British Prime Minister Pledges £1 Billion Toward Mental Health Care

British Prime Minister David Cameron has launched a new £1 billion initiative which is...
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Autistic Savant Artist Michael Tolleson | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 04

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman interviews Michael Tolleson, an autistic savant artist. Michael...
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Rare Show of Unity by Florida Politicians Will Benefit Neurodiversity

“All children deserve the opportunity to pursue their own unique educational and career goals....
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The Israeli Army Unit That Recruits Teens With Autism

Many autistic soldiers who would otherwise be exempt from military service in Israel have...
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Autism in the Classroom, Autism in the Home: The Need for Consistent Supports

Many supports that students with autism have available to them in school should also...
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Social Skills in the Neurodiverse with Ana Anselma | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 03

In this episode, Dr. Harold Reitman welcomes Ana Anselma, co-founder of <a href="http://www.socialmindcenter.com/" target="_blank"...
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EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS – Episode 03: Ana Anselma TRANSCRIPT

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New studies suggest yoga may help women with PTSD

Women with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are responding better to yoga as a therapy...
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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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Hockey Player Talks About Living With Asperger’s and ADHD

People with Asperger’s syndrome are often uncomfortable enough in day-to-day social situations- let alone...
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Parenting and Asperger’s Syndrome with Derek Volk | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 02

In this episode, Dr. Reitman speaks with Derek Volk, author of "Chasing The Rabbit,"...
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Movie Theater Employees Give One Boy with Autism an Enjoyable “Star Wars” Experience

Thanks to a friendly movie theater crew, a boy was ensured that the force...
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How Shark Tank Investor Daymond John’s Dyslexia Helped Shape Him

Many people know Daymond John as one of the savvy business executives who quickly...
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Seasonal Smiles For Adults with Autism & Their Families

This holiday season marked my husband’s 60th birthday. Rob insisted: no surprise parties or...
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Quiet Santa Makes Christmas More Manageable for Children with Autism

This year two radio hosts in Utah who have children with autism have created...
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New tool could help children with autism develop language skills

With the goal of creating a device to help children on the autism spectrum...
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Navigating Airport Anxiety for Different Brains

Different brains look at holiday air travel differently. Some brains don’t mind it; others...
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Photographer Turns Classic Paintings into Photos Featuring Children with Down Syndrome

A popular art exhibition in Albania which features children with Down syndrome replicating poses...
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Autism cop: Here’s how police should interact with those on the autism spectrum

The “autism cop.” That’s what fellow policemen call Rob Zink, a member of the...
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Treating Autism with Raun Kaufman | EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 01

Dr. Harold "Hackie" Reitman interviews Raun Kaufman, the head of the Autism Treatment...
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EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS Episode 01: Raun Kaufman Full Transcript

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British soccer star Wayne Rooney surprises fan with Asperger’s

James King, a 15-year-old British boy who suffers from Asperger’s syndrome, was recently given...
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Iowa State students design PTSD-friendly interiors for combat outposts

Students in an Iowa State University graduate studio are bringing interior design to the...
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Tips on Air Travel for Families with Autistic Members

While traveling by plane can provoke anxiety for even seasoned air travelers, for people...
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Asperger’s, Autism, and The Square Root of 2: A Neurodiversity Documentary – complete transcript

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How one police officer helped a non-verbal young man with Autism

Sometimes frustrations in communicating their thoughts and feelings make kids with autism do things...
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Young girl with Down syndrome to attend modeling convention

It took a lot of effort and a lot of time, but Kennedy Walsh,...
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It’s a Wonderful Life: Autism and the Holidays

Alicia Palelis offers some basic tips for autism parents to help get through the...
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Temple Grandin

The Club of True Neurodiversity Champions

It was at the end of July, and I’d had a good day at...
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Navigating Adult Life and Autism with a SMILE

When our son Matt graduated from high school in 2013, his daily routines and...
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College football player with Asperger’s did the ‘impossible’

Justin Hansen is a fifth-year defensive lineman for the Colorado State University Rams football...
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Findings may prevent early loss of synapses in Alzheimer’s

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Autism Coaching in the Neurodiverse School System

I am a wife, daughter, mom to a son and daughter, a breast cancer...
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One blogger’s vote for note-taking by laptop vs. longhand

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Global Brain Health Institute will focus on the worldwide dementia epidemic

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Contrary to Popular Belief, Students’ Attention Spans Are Not Getting Shorter

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BU Researchers hope to spur brain cell growth in patients with dementia and Alzheimer's.

Boston University researching protein to help Alzheimer’s

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New York City to unveil plan for combating mental health disorders

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Rutgers announces initiative to launch center to support adults with autism

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