Revenge Bedtime Procrastination | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss revenge bedtime procrastination!
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Emily C’s Journey With OCD
Emily C, an intern, shares her story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and how possibly having OCD has played into her experiences with quarantine.
Helping Underserved Communities, with Camille Proctor | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 106
(AUDIO - 47 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome to the show Camille Proctor, Founder and Executive Director of The Color of Autism.
Living With Tuberous Sclerosis, with Preston Fitzgerald | EDB 239
(VIDEO - 11 mins) Self-advocate Preston Fitzgerald discusses tuberous sclerosis.
Medication | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 11 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss ADHD medication!
Steps To Codependency Recovery
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the progressive nature of codependency, and offers steps for recovery.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Ray’s Journey With Autism:
Ray, an intern, shares his story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and how having autism has played into his experiences with quarantine.
Saluting “The Special Mother” by Erma Bombeck
Hackie Reitman, M.D. discusses Erma Bombeck's piece dedicated to the mothers of special needs children, and reflects on memories of his own mother.
Autism & Sleep, with Dr. Beth Malow | EDB 238
(VIDEO - 26 minutes) Vanderbilt University’s Dr. Beth Malow discusses sleep challenges on the autism spectrum.
Boundaries & Burnout | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss boundaries and tools for burnout.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Michael T’s Journey With Misophonia
Michael T, 25, shares his story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and how having misophonia has played into his experiences with quarantine.
Autism on the Job: Navigating Neurodiversity in the Workplace | DB Speaker Series
(VIDEO - 75 mins) Workplace tips from Google's Tim Goldstein & Patricia Li, Autism Career Pathways' Maisie Sotentayo & ASD self-advocates Lyric Holmans & JR Reed.
Multitasking | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 6 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for multitasking!
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Hackie’s Journey With ADHD
Hackie, founder of Different Brains, shares his story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and how having ADHD affected his experiences with quarantine.
Learned Helplessness Is Not a Life Sentence
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT looks at "learned helplessness", and how to overcome it.
Accountability | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke talk about what accountability is and why it's important!
Baby Steps: Not Just for Babies
Autism mom and author Wendy Lyman discusses the importance of optimism and understanding in raising a child.
Employment for the Neurodiverse, with Dr. Temple Grandin, Michael Bernick, and more | EDB 128
(21 mins) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman explores the topic of finding employment for the neurodiverse by revisiting clips from some of our brilliant past guests, including Dr. Temple Grandin, Michael Bernick, and Lynn Miner Rosen.
Autism on the Job, with Christa Holmans | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 111
(AUDIO - 45 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome back to the show Christa Holmans to discuss neurodiverse workplaces.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Zack R’s Story
Zack R, 23, shares his story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic & how having autism and ADHD has played into his experiences with quarantine.
DCD & Me: Living with Developmental Coordination Disorder, featuring Julia Futo | EDB 237
(VIDEO - 26 mins) Self-advocate and Different Brains intern Julia Futo discusses growing up with DCD.
Different & The Same: Empowering Autistic Children Through Learning
Celest Austin, MD, PhD shares how helping her sister with autism learn led to the creation of GoManda.
The Last 5% of Your Task | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss and share tools to complete the last 5% of your task.
Embracing Neurodivergence & Becoming a Constant Self-Advocate
J.R Reed discusses how he embraced his autism diagnosis, and why self-advocacy is so important.
Becoming a Neurodiversity Self-Advocate, with Julia Futo | EDB 236
(VIDEO - 14mins) DCD self-advocate and Different Brains intern Julia Futo discusses how she found her voice.
Negative Thoughts | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss and share tools on how to deal with negative thoughts!
From Autism Ally to Autism Accomplice, with Jacklyn Googins | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 110
(AUDIO - 36 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts are joined by Jacklyn Googins to discuss becoming an "autism accomplice".
“My Passion for Movies & Filmmaking” by Zachary Hoaglund | DB Speaker Bureau
(VIDEO - 10 mins) Different Brains intern and autism self-advocate Zachary Hoaglund discusses how he is turning his love for movies into a career.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Jonathan’s Adaptation to Change
Jonathan, intern for Different Brains, shares his story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and his experiences with quarantine.
How Google Could Help People Living with Dementia
Dementia self-advocate Michael Ellenbogen shares ways he thinks Google could improve their Home and Home Mini to help those with different brains.
Routine | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(6 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss why routine is integral for your ADHD brain!
STEM Inclusion for the Neurodivergent, w/ UCONN’s Marisa Chrysochoou PhD & Arash Zaghi PhD | EDB 235
(VIDEO - 28 mins) UCONN's Marisa Chrysochoou PhD & Arash Zaghi PhD discuss their INCLUDE program
The Autistic OT, with Sarah Selvaggi Hernandez | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 109
(AUDIO - 53 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome self-advocate and occupational therapist (OT) Sarah Selvaggi Hernandez.
Autism and Me: Life on the Spectrum
Self-advocate, Noah Najjar discuses his life with Autism and talks about the positive side of it.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Debbi’s Journey With ADD
Debbi, board member, shares her story about dealing with the coronavirus and how having ADD has played into her experiences with quarantine.
Battling Health Care Disparities, with Harvard’s Margarita Alegría, PhD | EDB 234
(VIDEO - 29 mins) Margarita Alegría, PhD discusses her work eliminating health care disparities.
The 1% Rule | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 4 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss the 1% rule and how it can be a tool to help you achieve your goals!
“Aikido: The Martial Art That Changed My Life” by Julia Futo | DB Speaker Bureau
(VIDEO - 24 mins) Different Brains intern and Developmental Coordination Disorder self-advocate Julia Futo shares how the martial art Aikido changed her life.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Lynne’s Adaptation to Change
Lynne, board member, shares her story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and her experiences with quarantine.
How are Your Boundaries in the Pandemic?
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT shares tips for maintaining healthy boundaries during the pandemic.
Autism & The Special Olympics, with Kim Hing | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 108
(AUDIO - 33 minutes) Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome to the autism self-advocate and Special Olympic athlete & Global Messenger Kim Hing.
Mindfulness | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools for achieving mindfulness!
Where Neurodiversity Meets Gender Diversity, with Dr. Alexis Bitting | EDB 224
(VIDEO - 34 minutes) Dr. Alexis Bitting discusses gender diversity in the neurodiverse.
Overcoming Adversity: The Positive Side of Trauma
Wendy Lyman looks at the positive growth that can come from overcoming adversity and trauma.
ADHD & Relationships | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss ADHD & Relationships!
Anxiety, Stress & Trauma with Dr. Michael Brannon & Dr. Lori Butts | DB Speaker Series
(VIDEO - 67 minutes) Dr. Michael Brannon and Dr. Lori Butts look at identifying & coping with anxiety, stress, and trauma during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Kimberley’s Journey With Epilepsy
Kimberley, board member, shares her story about dealing with the coronavirus and how having epilepsy has played into her experiences with quarantine.
Procrastination | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools on how to prevent procrastination, and if it's actually good to procrastinate!
Neurodiversity and Music in a New Normal
Musician and educator Joseph J. Lento shares his experiences teaching music remotely during COVID-19.
Keeping Organized | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools on how to stay organized.
Mental Health & Relationships: When Narcissists Won’t Let Go
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses strategies to deal with a narcissist that won't let go.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Hannah’s Adaptation to Change:
Hannah, CIP graduate, shares her story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and her experiences with quarantine.
Pattern Seekers: The Connection Between Autism & Invention, with Simon Baron-Cohen | EDB 232
(VIDEO - 35 minutes) Psychologist and author Simon Baron-Cohen discusses the connection between autism and human invention.
Motherhood On The Autism Spectrum, with Carly Fulgham | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 107
(AUDIO - 46 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome to the show Carly Fulgham to discuss being a mom on the spectrum.
When to say “No” | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools on when to say "No"!
Autism, Thomas Szasz, and “The Myth of Mental Illness”
Autism self-advocate Danny Taylor-Smith looks at how the theories of Dr. Thomas Szasz influenced his self-image.
Exploring The Culture Of Abuse Within The Developmental Disabilities Field
Coralia Ivan-Suciu discusses the prevalence of abuse within the field of developmental disabilities assistance, and looks at ways to prevent it.
ADHD & Stress | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools on how to deal with stress!
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Philip’s Adaptation to Change
Philip, an intern, shares his story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and his experiences with quarantine.
Compassion: The Ultimate Antidote
Autism mom and author Wendy Lyman discusses the difference compassion can make during parenting challenges.
Exercise & Autism, with Mark Fleming | EDB 231
(VIDEO - 28 mins) Autism self-advocate and personal trainer Mark Fleming discusses the importance of exercise for the neurodivergent.
You’re Utterly Miserable… Here’s What You Can Try
Self-advocate Kim Lew shares tips she uses to cope with major depression.
When to Delegate | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 7 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali and Brooke discuss tools on when to delegate.
Advocating Neurodiversity During COVID-19, with Jude Morrow | EDB 230
(VIDEO - 19 minutes) Irish autism self-advocate, author, and speaker Jude Morrow returns to discuss spreading neurodiversity awareness during the pandemic.
Why It’s Hard To Receive
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses why it can feel uncomfortable to receive.
Long & Arduous Task w/ Julia Futo | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 8 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke and guest, Julia Futo, discuss tools to complete long & arduous tasks!
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Preston’s Journey With Tuberous Sclerosis
Preston, an intern, shares his story about dealing with the coronavirus and how having tuberous sclerosis has played into his experiences with quarantine.
Remote Functioning w/ Julia Futo | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(13 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke and guest, Julia Futo, discuss tools for remote functioning!
Setting Goals w/ Julia Futo | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 11 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke and guest, Julia Futo, discuss tools for setting goals!
Dealing With Trauma During COVID-19, with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 229
(VIDEO - 35 mins) Author & psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston returns to share tips for overcoming trauma during the pandemic.
Missed & Misdiagnosed: The Importance Of Screening For Neurodiversity In The Criminal Justice System
Helen Arnold-Richardson discusses the importance of screening and diagnosing neurodivergent individuals in the Criminal Justice System.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Zahra’s Journey With Depression
Zahra, an intern, shares her story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and how having depression has played into her experiences with quarantine.
Woman Volunteers At Care Home To Be Near Dad With Alzheimer’s During COVID-19
(VIDEO - 1min 7sec) Nina Ambrose decided to volunteer at a care home to see her father, who is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, during COVID-19 pandemic.
Finding the Super Powers Within w/ Dr. April Lisbon | Ep. 10: Ali Idriss
(VIDEO - 17 minutes) Dr. April Lisbon speaks with ADHD self-advocate Ali Idriss.
ADHD & Holidays – with Julia Futo | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 10 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke, and special guest/Different Brains trainee, Julia Futo, discuss ADHD & Holidays!
Autism in 2021 | Spectrumly Speaking ep. 105
(AUDIO - 19 mins) In this New Years mini-episode,Haley and Dr. Butts discuss what they hope 2021 has in store.
Autism & Communication: I Don’t Understand You… Here’s How You Can Help
Autism self-advocate Kim Lew offers tips for avoiding miscommunication with people on the spectrum.
ADHD & Diagnoses – with Julia Futo | ADHD Power Tools w/ Ali Idriss & Brooke Schnittman
(VIDEO - 9 mins) In this episode of ADHD Power Tools, Ali, Brooke and special guest/Different Brains trainee, Julia Futo, discuss ADHD diagnoses!
Tactics Narcissists Use to Gain Self-Esteem & Power
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the ways narcissists increase their self-esteem and feel power over others.
Autism Awareness is Great. Now it’s Time for Autism Acceptance.
Writer and self-advocate J.R. Reed discusses why both awareness and acceptance of autism is crucial.
