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The Hidden Trauma of Triangulation

Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses the concept of triangulation, and explores its role in...
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2024 In Review: Supporting Neurodiversity | EDB 334

VIDEO - In the second part of our review of 2024, we hear from...
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What is Alexithymia?

Amelia Zannoni shares the details on Alexithymia, a trait often associated with autism but...
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Recognizing Intersectional Trauma, with Aisha T. McDonald, LMHC | EDB 328

VIDEO - Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Trauma & Resiliency Expert Aisha T....
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Learning About Service Dogs

Self-advocate Laura Hamilton explores different kinds of service dogs, and how they are trained...
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Neurodiverse In The Open: To Self-Identify Or Not?

Cris Brady, M.Ed. discusses the pros and cons of forcing neurodivergent individuals to self-identify...
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How Trauma Can Hijack Your Life

Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT discusses how trauma can change the way we react to...
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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...
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Strategies to Support Mental Wellness: What’s in Your Toolbox?

Self-advocate Laura Hamilton discusses the concept of the Wellness Toolbox, and shares strategies that...
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Fighting and Preventing Neurodiverse Burnout | DB Speaker Series

(VIDEO - 62 mins) Explore tips for fighting and preventing burnout with Dr. Marsha...
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An Internal Family Systems Perspective For Autism & PTSD

Autism self-advocate and therapist Sean Inderbitzen explores the concepts of "Internal Family Systems", and...
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Autism & PTSD, with Sean Inderbitzen | EDB 254

(VIDEO - 24 mins) Therapist and self-advocate Sean Inderbitzen discusses PTSD on the autism...
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Overcoming Adversity: The Positive Side of Trauma

Wendy Lyman looks at the positive growth that can come from overcoming adversity and...
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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...
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Dealing With Trauma During COVID-19, with Dr. Mark Goulston | EDB 229

(VIDEO - 35 mins) Author & psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston returns to share tips...
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The Coronavirus Pandemic: Hayley’s Journey With PTSD

Hayley, 19, shares her story about dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and how having...
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Meet France’s First Politician With Down Syndrome

(VIDEO - 3min 31sec) In this episode: a non-verbal teen on the autism spectrum...
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Kelly Clarkson Reunties Couple With Down Syndrome

(VIDEO - 3min 30sec) In this episode: a Florida college student with cerebral palsy...
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Canadian Mountie Walks 60 Hours Straight For PTSD Awareness

(VIDEO - 3 min 31 sec) In this episode: a Canadian mountie walks 60...
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The Best of the Week In Neurodiversity – 2019 Year in Review

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How Are Pilots Volunteering to Help Veterans with PTSD?

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How Stars Courtney Cox, Reese Witherspoon & Renee Zellwiger Are Raising ALS Awareness

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Vets Fight PTSD At The Race Track

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Can Virtual Reality Treat PTSD?

(VIDEO – 3min 28sec) In this episode: a video of a teen with Down...
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The “Real” Wanda: Becoming an Openly Autistic Mom

Advocate Wanda Deschamps discusses the emotional challenges that led to her diagnosis with autism...
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Overcoming Trauma After Abuse

Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses how to deal with the traumatic aftermath of relationships...
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Surfers Help Man With Alzheimer’s Ride The Waves

(VIDEO - 3 min 32 sec) In this episode: a woman walks 500 miles...
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Did Hit Song “Old Town Road” Help a Nonverbal Boy With Autism Speak?

(VIDEO - 3min 40sec) In this episode: NBA star Kevin Durant befriends a young...
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Exploring Baltimore’s Inclusive Nightclub

(VIDEO - 3 min 32 sec) In this episode: a Baltimore nightclub offers inclusion...
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Blood Test May Help Identify & Treat PTSD More Effectively

Indiana University School of Medicine Psychiatry professor Alexander Niculescu, MD is leading the way...
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Can Coffee Prevent Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s?

(3min 35sec) In this episode, a young woman with Down syndrome looks to change...
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How Woodworking is Helping People with PTSD

In a recent interview with Sawnery.com, three individuals with PTSD shared their personal stories...
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NHS Expanding PTSD Treatment Access for UK Veterans

In the 2017-2018 timeline, 21,190 veterans were...
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Michael J. Fox’s Crusade to Cure Parkinson’s – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 16 sec) In this episode Michael J. Fox talks <a href="https://www.differentbrains.org/resources/parkinsons-disease/" target="_blank"...
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6 Tips to have a PTSD and Autism Friendly 4th of July

Whether you or your family members have extreme reactions triggered by 4th of July...
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Neurodiverse Graduations Wow The Internet – Week in Neurodiversity

Neurodiverse Graduations Wow The Internet – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 15 sec) In this episode, a dyslexic man works for change in...
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Can Drumming Help Ease PTSD?

Can Drumming Help Ease PTSD?

Drum therapy for PTSD is gaining popularity, and research has verified therapeutic effects of...
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Former NHL Goalie Shares His Experiences with OCD, PTSD, and Depression

Clint Malarchuk, a former goalie in the National Hockey League active from...
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How 2 Toddlers with Down Syndrome Became Best Buds – Week in Neurodiversity

How 2 Toddlers with Down Syndrome Became Best Buds – Week in Neurodiversity

(3 min 18 sec) In this episode, we meet superheroes with special needs, two...
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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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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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Teen with Down Syndrome Hits Amazing Half-Court Shot – Week in Neurodiversity (1/20/18)

Teen with Down Syndrome Hits Amazing Half-Court Shot – Week in Neurodiversity (1/20/18)

(3 min 20 sec) In this episode, wounded vets get to swim with dolphins...
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DC Comics to Highlight PTSD in Superheroes

At the recent “DC in DC” event, writer Tom King stated in a panel...
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The Best of the Week In Neurodiversity – 2017 Year in Review

The Best of the Week In Neurodiversity – 2017 Year in Review

(6 min 9 sec) In this episode, we count down our top ten stories...
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SNL Spreads Awareness of Borderline Personality Disorder - Week in Neurodiversity (10/21/17)

Saturday Night Live Spreads Awareness of Borderline Personality Disorder – Week in Neurodiversity (10/21/17)

In this episode, an SNL star discusses his diagnosis of borderline personality disorder, and...
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Emma Stone Discusses Her Childhood Anxiety with Stephen Colbert – The Week in Neurodiversity (10/7/17)

Emma Stone Discusses Her Childhood Anxiety with Stephen Colbert – The Week in Neurodiversity (10/7/17)

(3mins 52 sec)Emma Stone shares her struggle with anxiety to Stephen...
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Man With PTSD Triumphant in Battle to Have Ducks

Man With PTSD Triumphant in Battle to Keep Ducks

Darin Welker discovered that caring for a group of ducks has helped him cope...
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Veteran Walks Across the Country for PTSD Awareness - Week in Neurodiversity (7/15/17)

Veteran Walks Across the Country for PTSD Awareness – Week in Neurodiversity (7/15/17)

(3 mins 17 sec) In this episode, parents design a water park for those...
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Woodworking Helps Army Veteran Cope with PTSD

An army veteran plagued by PTSD has found not only a hobby in woodworking,...
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Exploring PTSD in Firefighters – Week in Neurodiversity (7/01/17)

(4 min 12 sec) In this episode, a young woman sings a heartwarming song...
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‘America’s Got Talent’ Judges Wowed by Deaf Singer – Week in Neurodiversity (6/17/17)

(4 mins) In this episode, a teacher dyes his hair for a boy with...
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Horses Provide Healing for Veterans Suffering from PTSD

Equines for Freedom, a non-profit organization, is devoted to helping veterans conquer symptoms of...
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Brainwaves from Patients May Help Treat PTSD

New research suggests that technology that uses a patient’s own brainwaves may offer hope...
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Could a Common Antibiotic Help Treat PTSD?

New research suggests that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) could perhaps be treated with...
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PTSD Risk Among Soldiers Can Be Predicted, According to Study

The research at the University of Texas is only a first step to identifying...
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Can Swimming With Sharks Help PTSD? – Week in Neurodiversity

Can Swimming With Sharks Help PTSD? – Week in Neurodiversity (3/04/17)

(4 mins 5 sec) In this episode: a former hockey player talks about living...
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A Winning Debut for Wrestler with Down Syndrome – Week In Neurodiversity (1/28/17)

In this episode, a teen with Down syndrome wins his high school wrestling debut,...
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A Boy with Autism and His Four-Legged Best Friend – Week In Neurodiversity

In this episode, Wounded Warrior swim with the dolphins for PTSD, a mother posts...
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A Dog Surfs For PTSD!? – Week In Neurodiversity (1/7/17)

In this episode, a girl with dyslexia creates a virtual reality program to help...
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Defining Neurodiversity for 2017: It’s Different Brains

In our final blog of 2016, Different Brains founder Hackie Reitman, M.D. discusses the...
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The Best of the Week In Neurodiversity – 2016 Year in Review

(7 minutes 40 seconds) In honor of the end of the year, we cover...
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Lady Gaga Opens Up About PTSD – Week in Neurodiversity (12/17/16)

(4 mins. 23 sec.) In this episode, a wrist device helps a designer with...
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Home Depot and GallopNYC Join Forces to Help Vets with PTSD

Thanks to the collaboration between GallopNYC and Home Depot, people with disabilities will continue...
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Tips And Resources For Veterans Suffering With PTSD

Julia Merrill presents tips and helpful resource links for veterans suffering with Post Traumatic...
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Synesthesia, PTSD, and Chamber Music: A Concert to Celebrate the Benefits of Music for Therapy

From my own viewpoint as a performing musician, there is surely no better way...
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Week in Neurodiversity – A Therapy Duck For PTSD? (10/29/16)

In this episode, Amanda Seyfried opens up about having OCD, scientists develop a new...
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Neurodiversity: No Two Brains Are Exactly Alike

Julie Saumsiegle discusses her viewpoint on the idea of neurodiversity, and why society needs...
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Veteran With PTSD Pays Homage to Cat that Helped Him Cope

Upon his return from duty, King experienced symptoms of PTSD; however, he found...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Runner With Autism Wins the Gold (10-1-16)

In this episode, virtual reality helps those with social difficulties, a cheerleader asks a...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Girl With Down Syndrome Realizes Cheerleading Dream (9/24/16)

In this episode, a girl with Down syndrome becomes an honorary cheerleader and have...
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Man Canoes Across Canada for PTSD

Ranta is traveling along with his dog Spitzii to bring awareness to the issues...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Autism Awareness Goes Country! (8/20/16)

In this episode, musicians write a song for autism awareness, a young man with...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Sailing Away With Autism (8/6/16)

In this episode, a program helps children with autism learn to sail, robots assist...
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Week In Neurodiversity - Bowling Away PTSD (7/30/16)

Week In Neurodiversity – Bowling Away PTSD (7/30/16)

In this episode, a girl with Asperger’s preaches a healthy lifestyle, a girl with...
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Treating PTSD Can Help Your Addiction

Treating PTSD Can Help Your Addiction

PTSD sufferers often turn to drugs and alcohol to self-medicate. However, substance use enhances...
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A Possible New Treatment for People with PTSD

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Teenager Documents his Dad’s Struggle with PTSD

Colorado teenager's film "After War," tells the story of his father's PTSD, and the...
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Week in Neurodiversity – Can Worms Cure Parkinson’s? (5/28/16)

In this episode we look at worms that could help cure Parkinson's, a young...
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Soldiers Climb Mount Everest for PTSD

The nonprofit organization U.S. Expeditions and Explorations, or USX, works to shed light on...
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A DIFFERENT LOOK AT PTSD

A Different Look At PTSD

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is getting growing attention in quite a few places...
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