Neurodiversity

Power of 11 minutes with Mario Armstrong | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman

December 31, 2022
Ali Idriss
ADHD, Neurodiversity

(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!

EDB Video

Autism & PDA: Understanding Demand Avoidance, with Diane Gould | EDB 268

December 21, 2022
DBAdmin
aspergers, Autism, Neurodiversity, PDA

(VIDEO - 30 mins) PDA North America founder Diane Gould discusses the “Pathological Demand Avoidance”, and its occurrence along the autism spectrum.

Podcast Spectrumly Speaking

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

EDB Video

Career Advisement for the Neurodivergent, with Beacon College’s Dr. James Williams | EDB 283

December 14, 2022
DBAdmin
asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity

VIDEO - Autism self-advocate / Beacon College’s Director of Career Advisement Dr. James Williams discusses his work helping students find employment.

ADHD Power Tools Video

Cognitive Overload | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman

December 9, 2022
Ali Idriss
ADHD, Neurodiversity

(VIDEO - 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss cognitive overload!

Blog

Is Your Relationship Toxic?

Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses toxic relationships, and what to do if you find yourself in one.

Podcast Spectrumly Speaking

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.

EDB Video

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.

Video WEEK IN NEURODIVERSITY

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.

Blog

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.

EDB Video

Onboarding Doctors in Neurodiversity, with Peter S. Jensen, MD | EDB 262

November 26, 2022
DBAdmin
mental health, Neurodiversity

(VIDEO - 28 mins) The REACH Institute founder Dr. Peter Jensen discusses his work training medical professionals in neurodiversity.

Podcast Spectrumly Speaking

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.

EDB Video

Mentra: Creating a Neurodiversity Employment Network, w/ Jhillika Kumar | EDB 281

November 20, 2022
DBAdmin
ADHD, asperger's, Autism, employment, Neurodiversity

VIDEO - Mentra CEO & co-founder Jhillika Kumar discusses their work creating a platform to connect neurodiverse talent with employers.

Video WEEK IN NEURODIVERSITY

Fashion Show Highlights Parkinson’s-Friendly Clothing | W.I.N.

November 19, 2022
DBAdmin
Neurodiversity, parkinson's, parkinson’s disease

VIDEO - In this episode, we’re heading over to Oregon for a fashion show celebrating accessible clothing for those with Parkinson’s!

Blog

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.

EDB Video

Elevating Neurodiverse Voices, with Neuroversity’s Jessica Kidwell | EDB 280

November 14, 2022
DBAdmin
asperger's, auitsm, Neurodiversity, parenting

Jessica Kidwell of the Neuroversity Podcast discusses why listening to and highlighting the voices of neurodivergent self-advocates is so important.

Blog

Life Before Learning Of My Autism Spectrum Diagnosis

November 11, 2022
Noah Tenney
asperger's, Asperger's syndrome, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Different Brains intern Noah Tenney describes his life before knowing of his Asperger's Syndrome diagnosis.

DB Speakers Bureau Video

“I Have an Anxiety Disorder & This Is How I Cope With It” by Laura Hamilton | DB Speakers Bureau

VIDEO - Different Brain intern and mental health self-advocate Laura Hamilton shares some of her tools for dealing with an anxiety disorder.

ADHD Power Tools Video

Adrenal Exhaustion | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman

November 9, 2022
Ali Idriss
ADHD, Neurodiversity

(VIDEO - 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss adrenal exhaustion!

Podcast Spectrumly Speaking

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.

Blog

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.

Podcast Spectrumly Speaking

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.

Blog

Signs of Healthy Boundaries

Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explains the value of healthy boundaries, and gives 10 signs that you have them.

EDB Video

What is PANDAS? with Mara Myers, R.N. | EDB 277

October 9, 2022
DBAdmin
Neurodiversity, PANDAS

VIDEO - Mara Myers shares her son’s journey with the autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorder known as PANDAS.

ADHD Power Tools Video

Executive Function | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman

October 7, 2022
Ali Idriss
ADHD, Neurodiversity

VIDEO - In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss how executive function plays a role in ADHD!

Blog

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".

EDB Video

Autism & DRBI Therapy, with Dr. Jennie Trocchio | EDB 276

September 30, 2022
DBAdmin
asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity

VIDEO - Developmental therapist Dr. Jennie Trocchio shares how DRBI therapy can help autistic individuals thrive and build great connections.

ADHD Power Tools Video

Women & Hormones | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman

September 21, 2022
Ali Idriss
ADHD, Neurodiversity

(VIDEO - 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss how hormones in women affect ADHD symptoms!

EDB Video

Training Doctors in Neurodiversity, with Lauren Clarke, BS, MHA | EDB 275

September 20, 2022
DBAdmin
asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity

VIDEO - Stanford University student & researcher Lauren Clarke, BS, MHA discusses why doctors need more education in neurodiversity.

Blog

Trauma, Beliefs, and the Autistic Self

September 13, 2022
Sean Inderbitzen
asperger's, Autism, mental health, Neurodiversity

Autism self-advocate and therapist Sean Inderbitzen, LCSW discusses how trauma can change our beliefs and our self-images.

EDB Video

Fitness and Autism, with David Geslak & Ben Boudreaux | EDB 265

September 10, 2022
DBAdmin
asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity

(VIDEO - 40 mins) David Geslak & Ben Boudreaux discuss the importance of physical activity for those on the autism spectrum.

EDB Video

Technology & the Brain, with Gabriel Axel Montes, Ph.D. | EDB 274

August 30, 2022
DBAdmin
Neurodiversity

VIDEO - Neuroscientist Gabriel Axel Montes, Ph.D. shares his work maximizing the brain’s potential through technology.

Video WEEK IN NEURODIVERSITY

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!

ADHD Power Tools Video

Stress & Burnout | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman

August 24, 2022
Ali Idriss
ADHD, Neurodiversity

(VIDEO - 6 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss stress and burnout!

Podcast Spectrumly Speaking

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.

EDB Video

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.

Blog

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.

Blog

Cultural Learning & Cultural Special Education: A Different Way Of Thinking About Neurodiversity

August 13, 2022
DB Editor
Accessibility, asperger's, Autism, education, Neurodiversity

Self-advocate Ross Edelstein discusses the concept of "cultural special education", and how it can be beneficial to the neurodivergent community.

Blog

Meditation: The Original Neurodiverse Curriculum

August 3, 2022
Joseph Lento
mental health, mindfulness, Neurodiversity

Educator Joseph Lento explains the various ways people meditate in daily life, and the role it plays in our development.

Blog

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.

EDB Video

Understanding NVLD, with Ryan Lundy | EDB 272

July 29, 2022
DB Editor
Neurodiversity, NVLD

VIDEO - Self-advocate Ryan Lundy shares his experiences with NVLD - Nonverbal Learning Disorder.

ADHD Power Tools Video

Taking Things Personally | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman

July 27, 2022
Ali Idriss
ADHD, Neurodiversity

VIDEO - In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for taking things personally!

Podcast Spectrumly Speaking

Autistic Masking in College, with Esperanza Padilla | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 133

AUDIO - In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss masking with self-advocate Esperanza Padilla.

Video WEEK IN NEURODIVERSITY

Autistic Artist Creates Amazing Drawing of Montreal | W.I.N.

July 22, 2022
DBAdmin
Autism, Neurodiversity

VIDEO - We cover the story of artist Casey Vormer, who decided to take on his biggest challenge yet— a photorealistic drawing of the City of Montreal.

Blog

Bridging the Gap Between the Autistic & Non-Autistic Ways of Thinking

Speech-Lang. Pathologist Staci Neustadt and retired OT & self-advocate Susan Golubock discuss a new framework for communication between clinicians and autistic patients.

Blog

The Autonomic Nervous System & Technology: Towards a More Kind Future

Autism self-advocate and therapist Sean Inderbitzen discusses how technology may help people communicate their Autonomic Nervous System's responses.

EDB Video

Demystifying Tourette Syndrome, with Tara Lerman | EDB 263

(VIDEO - 14 mins) Journalist & self-advocate Tara Lerman shares the realities of Tourette Syndrome.

ADHD Power Tools Video

ADHD & Pregnancy Part 3 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman

July 13, 2022
Ali Idriss
ADHD, Neurodiversity

(VIDEO - 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss ADHD & Pregnancy!

Podcast Spectrumly Speaking

Autism & Eating Disorders, with Brenda Grund | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 132

July 12, 2022
Spectrumly Speaking
asperger's, Autism, eating disorders, Neurodiversity

(AUDIO - 36 minutes) Hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with autism self-advocate and eating disorder specialist Brenda Grund.

Blog

Mental Health & Relationships: Understanding Trauma Bonds

Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses the phenomena of the "trauma bond", and the role it can play in relationships.

ADHD Power Tools Video

Bad Habits, Part 3 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman

June 29, 2022
Ali Idriss
ADHD, Neurodiversity

(VIDEO - 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss more tools for overcoming common bad habits: phone overuse and substance abuse!

Podcast Spectrumly Speaking

Mentoring | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 131

(AUDIO - 27 mins) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts discuss mentoring: how to be a mentor, and how to find one.

Blog

The Boring Back & Forth of Social Interactions: Advice from People with ADHD

Self-advocate Cynthia Hammer, MSW shares different perspectives on how people with ADHD can deal with challenges related to social interactions.

EDB Video

Joshua’s Path: Careers for Neurodivergent Adults, with Sam Salver, LCSW | EDB 259

June 24, 2022
DBAdmin
asperger's, Autism, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

(VIDEO - 23mins) Sam Salver of JFS Broward discusses how their Joshua’s Path program is helping neurodivergent adults find jobs.

EDB Video

Beacon College: Helping Neurodivergent Students Succeed, with Drs. George & Oksana Hagerty | EDB 270

June 18, 2022
DBAdmin
ADHD, asperger's, Autism, education, Neurodiversity

(VIDEO - 33mins) Beacon College’s president Dr. George Hagerty & director of their Center for Student Success Dr. Oksana Hagerty share their work with neurodivergent students.

Blog

Mental Health & Relationships: Recognizing Abusive DARVO Tactics

Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explains the D.A.R.V.O. tactic that abusers use to manipulate victims.

Blog

Strategies to Support Mental Wellness: What’s in Your Toolbox?

June 10, 2022
Laura Hamilton
Anxiety, mental health, Neurodiversity, PTSD

Self-advocate Laura Hamilton discusses the concept of the Wellness Toolbox, and shares strategies that are good for maintaining mental health.

DB Speakers Bureau Video

“Combat Brain Training” by Julia Futo | DB Speakers Bureau

VIDEO - Different Brains intern and Developmental Coordination Disorder self-advocate Julia Futo shares her experiences with Combat Brain Training.

DB Speaker Series Video

Fighting and Preventing Neurodiverse Burnout | DB Speaker Series

June 5, 2022
DBAdmin
ADHD, Autism, mental health, Neurodiversity, PTSD

(VIDEO - 62 mins) Explore tips for fighting and preventing burnout with Dr. Marsha Brown, Katie Oswald, Brooke Schnittman, and Sean Inderbitzen.

ADHD Power Tools Video

Bad Habits, Part 2 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman

(VIDEO - 12 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss 3 more common bad habits: complaining, not exercising, and running late!

DB Speakers Bureau Video

“Hotels From The Inside” by Preston Fitzgerald | DB Speakers Bureau Series

VIDEO - Different Brain intern and Tuberous Sclerosis self-advocate Preston Fitzgerald shares what he has learned from pursuing a career in hospitality.

EDB Video

Understanding Codependency, with Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT | EDB 251

May 30, 2022
DBAdmin
codependency, mental health, Neurodiversity

(VIDEO - 19 mins) Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT returns to discuss codependency.

Blog

The Neurodistinct Renaissance

Autism self-advocate and therapist Sean Inderbitzen discusses what he sees as a Renaissance for Neurodiversity.

Blog

Getting to the Core of Stress & Anxiety

Evan Boxer-Cook discusses how he discovered the trigger for his stress, and how that helped him ease his anxiety.

Blog

The Codependent False Self

Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT explains the concept of a false self and its effects on mental health.

Podcast Spectrumly Speaking

Advocating for Autism & Women, with Jennifer Cook | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 130

(AUDIO - 43 minutes) Haley and Dr. Butts speak with self-advocate & author Jennifer Cook about her work with Sesame Street and Love on the Spectrum US.

ADHD Power Tools Video

Bad Habits, Part 1 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman

(VIDEO - 12 mins) In this episode, Ali and Brooke look at bad habits for those with ADHD!

Blog

What is Nonverbal Learning Disorder?

Self-advocate Julia Futo explains: what is the neurodiverse condition known as NVLD, or nonverbal learning disorder.

EDB Video

What Makes Something a Disorder? with Dr. Lori Butts | EDB 267

(VIDEO - 23 mins) Psychologist, attorney, and Different Brains board member Dr. Lori Butts shares what makes something a “disorder”.

Podcast Spectrumly Speaking

Autistic Peer To Peer Support, with Katie Oswald | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 129

(AUDIO - 38 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts speak with Katie Oswald founder of Full Spectrum Agency for Autistic Adults and self-advocate.

ADHD Power Tools Video

ADHD & Relationships Part 2 | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman

April 29, 2022
Ali Idriss
ADHD, Neurodiversity

(VIDEO - 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss more tools for ADHD & Relationships to add to your toolbox!

Blog

An Internal Family Systems Perspective For Autism & PTSD

Autism self-advocate and therapist Sean Inderbitzen explores the concepts of "Internal Family Systems", and how it can help cope with the effects of PTSD.