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Sons Of Narcissistic Mothers
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Sons of Narcissistic Mothers

  • January 24, 2020
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity

By Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT Motherhood and Narcissism All children of narcissists suffer. Narcissistic mothers…

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Thankful To Be Okay: An Epilepsy Incident
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Thankful To Be Okay: An Epilepsy Incident

  • January 22, 2020
  • Tom McGranahan Jr
  • Epilepsy, Neurodiversity
Tom McGranahan, Jr. discusses one instance of a past seizure, and why he is thankful to share his journey with epilepsy.
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8 Key Ways We Sabotage Love
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8 Key Ways We Sabotage Love

  • January 14, 2020
  • expdiffbrains@gmail.com expdiffbrains@gmail.com
  • mental health, Neurodiversity

By Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT   How We Derail Love Although we seek love, we…

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5 Neurodiversity-Friendly Career Paths
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5 Neurodiversity-Friendly Career Paths

  • January 10, 2020
  • expdiffbrains@gmail.com expdiffbrains@gmail.com
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity

By Amanda Greene   Careers For The Neurodiverse Diversity programs throughout the United States have…

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How Parents Can Help Their Children With Misophonia
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How Parents Can Help Their Children With Misophonia

  • January 7, 2020
  • Shaylynn Hayes
  • misophonia, Neurodiversity
Shaylynn Hayes and Dr. Jennifer Jo Brout offer tips for how parents can better assist their children with misophonia.
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How ACEs Affect The Brain
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How ACEs Affect the Brain

  • January 3, 2020
  • expdiffbrains@gmail.com expdiffbrains@gmail.com
  • mental health, Neurodiversity

By Alex Starr WHAT ARE ACES? If, before the age of 18, you were raised…

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Love On The Brain: Neuroscience & Relationships
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Love on The Brain: Neuroscience & Relationships

  • December 26, 2019
  • expdiffbrains@gmail.com expdiffbrains@gmail.com
  • mental health, Neurodiversity

By Alex Starr WHEN WE HAVE LOVE ON THE BRAIN The butterflies, the texting all…

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9 Tips For Coping With Holiday Depression And Stress
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9 Tips for Coping with Holiday Depression and Stress

  • December 23, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Anxiety, Depression, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, LMFT shares tips for dealing with depression and anxiety during the holiday season.
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Struggling To Be Understood: A Childhood Autism Meltdown
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Struggling to be Understood: A Childhood Autism Meltdown

  • December 22, 2019
  • Tim Goldstein
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity

By Tim Goldstein THE MELTDOWN BEGINS I was at the Boardwalk in Santa Cruz with…

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Was Joseph On The Spectrum?
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Was Joseph on the Spectrum?

  • December 21, 2019
  • expdiffbrains@gmail.com expdiffbrains@gmail.com
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity

By Samuel J. Levine   THE STORY OF JOSEPH The story of Joseph (the title…

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Inclusion In College For Those With Unique Needs
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Inclusion in College For Those With Unique Needs

  • December 17, 2019
  • Jennifer Huggins
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate Jennifer Huggins discusses how she thinks colleges can become more inclusive.
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Tragedy Into Triumph: The Susan D. Lyons Foundation For Hope
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Tragedy Into Triumph: The Susan D. Lyons Foundation For Hope

  • December 10, 2019
  • expdiffbrains@gmail.com expdiffbrains@gmail.com
  • Depression, mental health, Neurodiversity

By Kevin Toliver-Lyons   Turning Tragedy Into Triumph In 2014 my mother and best friend…

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Traveling With Neurodiverse Kids This Holiday Season? Don’t Leave Before Reading These Tips
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Traveling With Neurodiverse Kids This Holiday Season? Don’t Leave Before Reading These Tips

  • December 3, 2019
  • expdiffbrains@gmail.com expdiffbrains@gmail.com
  • ADHD, asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity, ocd

By Jessica Leving   The Stress of Holiday Traveling for Neurodiverse Families Ah, the holidays.…

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Mental Health & Relationships: Why We Sabotage Love
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Mental Health & Relationships: Why We Sabotage Love

  • November 25, 2019
  • expdiffbrains@gmail.com expdiffbrains@gmail.com
  • mental health, Neurodiversity

By Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT   The Startling Reason We Sabotage Love Most relationships fail…

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When Your Parent Has Parkinson’s
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When Your Parent Has Parkinson’s

  • November 22, 2019
  • expdiffbrains@gmail.com expdiffbrains@gmail.com
  • Neurodiversity, parkinson's

By Lisa Thomas McIntosh Dr. Jim Thomas – My Dad, My Hero Parkinson’s Disease may have…

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Brain Benefits Of Exercise For Autism & Learning Differences
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Brain Benefits of Exercise for Autism & Learning Differences

  • November 12, 2019
  • Daniel Stein
  • asperger's, Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity
Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer Daniel Stein discusses how exercising the body can be good for people with autism and other learning differences.
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The Differences Between Narcissism And Self-Love
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The Differences Between Narcissism And Self-Love

  • November 7, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explores the differences between narcissism and self-love.
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Using Neurodiversity To Build Learning Communities With Social & Emotional Strength
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Using Neurodiversity to Build Learning Communities with Social & Emotional Strength

  • November 1, 2019
  • Felicia Mizgorski
  • Neurodiversity
Educator Felicia Mizgorski explores different learning intelligences and offers a game to help recognize them.
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Is Your Dog More Emotionally Intelligent Than You?
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Is Your Dog More Emotionally Intelligent Than You?

  • October 30, 2019
  • Laura Berger
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Dogs can be highly emotionally intelligent, and thanks to the tips and tools in this article by Laura Berger, so can you!
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The Inner Lives Of Women With Learning Disabilities
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The Inner Lives of Women with Learning Disabilities

  • October 18, 2019
  • Denise Brodey
  • ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity
Denise Brodey discusses the challenges women with learning challenges can have both hiding and sharing their diagnoses.
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Epilepsy Advocacy: Speaking Out And Making A Difference
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Epilepsy Advocacy: Speaking Out and Making a Difference

  • October 16, 2019
  • Tom McGranahan Jr
  • Epilepsy, Neurodiversity
Epilepsy self-advocate Tom McGranahan, Jr. discusses why he believes advocacy is so important.
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How Shame Becomes Toxic
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How Shame Becomes Toxic

  • October 11, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains what shame is, how it feels, and how it can become toxic.
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Meaningful Employment & Autism: A Self-Advocate’s Perspective
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Meaningful Employment & Autism: A Self-Advocate’s Perspective

  • October 8, 2019
  • Aaron Bouma
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses what he considers meaningful employment, and explores the challenges people on the spectrum face in finding it.
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The Indispensable Tools: Self-Compassion
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The Indispensable Tools: Self-Compassion

  • October 1, 2019
  • Cholet Josue
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Dr. Cholet Kelly Josué explains what self-compassion is, and how practicing it can improve our lives.
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Helping Autism Parents Through Preventive Medicine
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Helping Autism Parents Through Preventive Medicine

  • September 26, 2019
  • Shaudae McMillan
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Shaudae McMillan discusses the challenges autism parents have when seeking support for themselves, and offers tips to find it.
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Differentiate Learning Using Multiple Intelligences
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Differentiate Learning Using Multiple Intelligences

  • September 20, 2019
  • Felicia Mizgorski
  • Neurodiversity
Public school educator Felicia Mizgorski explains how using differentiation in the classroom aids in utilizing multiple forms of intelligence amongst neurodiverse students.
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Mental Health & Relationships: Loving An Abuser
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Mental Health & Relationships: Loving an Abuser

  • September 18, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains why people fall in love with abusers, and offers steps to end abusive relationships.
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How NAD Treatments Could Improve Brain Health
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How NAD Treatments Could Improve Brain Health

  • September 12, 2019
  • Andrey Rossin
  • addiction, Neurodiversity
Certified addiction specialist Andrey Rossin discusses NAD, and the important role it plays in maintaining the health of our brains.
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Onboarding First Day – Dyslexia Style
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Onboarding First Day – Dyslexia Style

  • September 11, 2019
  • Tiffany Sunday
  • Dyslexia, Neurodiversity
Corporate consultant, author and speaker Tiffany Sunday gives people with dyslexia tips for to have a successful first day of a new job.
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Relating To Kids In A Way That Can Optimize Their Development
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Relating To Kids In a Way That Can Optimize Their Development

  • September 8, 2019
  • Lina Moyano
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Lina Maria Moyano, Ed.D., L.C.S.W. covers some of the principles that can assist parents in relating to their child in a way that is optimal for the child’s development.
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Mental Health & Relationships: Why “Ghosting” Happens
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Mental Health & Relationships: Why “Ghosting” Happens

  • August 30, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses 8 reasons "ghosting" happens, and offers tips for coping.
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PositiviTeens®: Parenting Teens In The Digital Age
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PositiviTeens®: Parenting Teens In The Digital Age

  • August 26, 2019
  • Sherry Kelly
  • Depression, Neurodiversity
Sherry Kelly, Ph.D. discusses some of the signs that overuse of technology may be harming your teen's emotional well-being.
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The “Real” Wanda: Becoming An Openly Autistic Mom
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The “Real” Wanda: Becoming an Openly Autistic Mom

  • August 18, 2019
  • Wanda Deschamps
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity, PTSD
Advocate Wanda Deschamps discusses the emotional challenges that led to her diagnosis with autism and PTSD, and how she is now happily succeeding.
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What Is It Like To Have Epilepsy?
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What Is It Like To Have Epilepsy?

  • August 15, 2019
  • Tom McGranahan Jr
  • Epilepsy, Neurodiversity
Epilepsy self-advocate Tom McGranahan, Jr. discusses what life with seizures is like, and highlights the importance of staying positive.
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Overcoming Trauma After Abuse
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Overcoming Trauma After Abuse

  • August 11, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity, PTSD
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses how to deal with the traumatic aftermath of relationships involving abuse.
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Embracing Autism In College
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Embracing Autism in College

  • August 6, 2019
  • Eric Endlich
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Eric Endlich, Ph.D., autism self-advocate, clinical psychologist, and founder of Top College Consultants, discusses strategies for maximizing the opportunities for college students on the spectrum.
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Worry Less Now: The Three P’s Of Anxiety
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Worry Less Now: The Three P’s of Anxiety

  • August 5, 2019
  • Laura Berger
  • Anxiety, Neurodiversity
Laura Berger and Glen Tibaldeo highlight some of the main causes of anxiety, and gives some tools and tips to overcome them.
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No Place Like Home: Understanding The “Medical Home” Method Of Medical Care
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No Place Like Home: Understanding The “Medical Home” Method of Medical Care

  • July 26, 2019
  • Sara Parvinian
  • Neurodiversity
Sara Parvinian, M.D. discusses "Medical Home" - a new method of providing the best, affordable care to patients in comfortable settings and with optimized communication.
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Mental Health & Relationships: Avoiding Manipulation
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Mental Health & Relationships: Avoiding Manipulation

  • July 18, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses manipulation within interpersonal relationships, and offers ways to identify the tactics of manipulators.
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8 Ways Listening To Music Helps The Brain
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8 Ways Listening to Music Helps The Brain

  • July 5, 2019
  • Curtis Dean
  • Neurodiversity
Curtis Dean offers 8 ways that listening to music can improve the function of our brains.
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Can Therapy Help Narcissistic Personality Disorder?
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Can Therapy Help Narcissistic Personality Disorder?

  • July 2, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses whether or not therapy can be helpful to people with Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
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Buying A Car On The Autism Spectrum
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Buying a Car on The Autism Spectrum

  • June 26, 2019
  • Eric Zimmerman
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses his fixation with cars, and the issues that people on the spectrum can have during the process of buying a vehicle.
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Experiential Learning: Social-Emotional Growth Through Storytelling
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Experiential Learning: Social-Emotional Growth Through Storytelling

  • June 18, 2019
  • Eva Grayzel
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Eva Grayzel discusses how she uses storytelling for social development in kids, and offers tips for everyone to use this important tool.
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What Is Self Esteem?
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What is Self Esteem?

  • June 14, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT details what self-esteem is, and looks at the powerful connections it has to our emotional well-being
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Autism Hiring Initiatives And The Importance Of Workplace Inclusion
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Autism Hiring Initiatives and the Importance of Workplace Inclusion

  • June 8, 2019
  • Marcelle Ciampi
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Marcelle Ciampi, M.Ed. discusses the importance of combining workplace diversity, inclusion, and ongoing support in setting up employees with autism for success.
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Why Narcissists Act The Way They Do
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Why Narcissists Act the Way They Do

  • May 28, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the psychological and emotional origins of narcissistic traits.
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Becoming A General Pediatrician For Neurodiverse Children
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Becoming a General Pediatrician for Neurodiverse Children

  • May 22, 2019
  • Sara Parvinian
  • cerebral palsy, Neurodiversity
Sara Parvinian, M.D. discusses becoming a pediatrician, and highlights the important role treating patients with special needs should play for every doctor.
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Preparing For The True Costs Of Alzheimer’s Care
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Preparing for the True Costs of Alzheimer’s Care

  • May 13, 2019
  • Julia Merrill
Julia Merrill looks at some ways to anticipate the costs and requirements of medical and long-term care for loved ones with Alzheimer's.
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Mental Health & Relationships: How To Leave A Narcissist Or Abuser
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Mental Health & Relationships: How to Leave a Narcissist or Abuser

  • May 3, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT offers tips for overcoming self doubt while ending relationships with narcissistic or abuse partners.
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How Traveling Has Helped My OCD
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How Traveling Has Helped my OCD

  • April 30, 2019
  • Eric Zimmerman
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity, ocd
Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses the challenges posed by his co-occurring OCD, and how traveling has forced him to find way around his obsessive thoughts.
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Our Autism Journey With A Canine Companion
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Our Autism Journey with a Canine Companion

  • April 23, 2019
  • Pamela Minelli
  • asperger's, Autism, Neurodiversity
Pamela Minelli details how a canine companion changed the life of her son with autism.
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We Belong: Honoring Neurodiverse And Specially Abled Musicians
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We Belong: Honoring Neurodiverse and Specially Abled Musicians

  • April 19, 2019
  • Joseph Lento
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, neurodiverse
Musician and educator Joseph S. Lento share his new project for highlighting the accomplishments of specially abled musicians: the We Belong Performing Arts Virtual Hall of Fame.
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Low-Cost (and Easy) Solutions For Aging In Place
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Low-Cost (and Easy) Solutions for Aging in Place

  • April 16, 2019
  • Karen Weeks
  • Alzheimer's Disease, Neurodiversity
Here are a few ways to make your home more senior-friendly, and help prevent some of the most common injuries.
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Addressing Neurodiversity Through Universal Design
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Addressing Neurodiversity Through Universal Design

  • April 11, 2019
  • David Banes
  • Neurodiversity
David Banes discusses looking at the concepts of Universal Design through the lens of accommodating the differences in our brains.
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Need-Fulfillment: The Key To Happiness
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Need-Fulfillment: the Key to Happiness

  • April 7, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains how meeting our needs may be the key to happiness.
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Developing Healthy Relationships For Young Adults With Autism & Learning Differences
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Developing Healthy Relationships for Young Adults with Autism & Learning Differences

  • April 2, 2019
  • CIP
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Pilar Page, MSW and Mike Vaughn, M.Ed. of the College Internship Program (CIP) highlight how through healthy communication, young adults with autism and other learning differences can effectively develop healthy relationships within their community.
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The Evolutionary Advantages Of Mental Illness
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The Evolutionary Advantages of Mental Illness

  • March 19, 2019
  • Frank King
  • bipolar, Depression, Neurodiversity, ocd
Comedian and mental illness self-advocate Frank King discusses how he feels the abilities that come along with neurodiversity may have roots in our ancestors.
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5 Self-Care Activities You Can Do As A Family
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5 Self-Care Activities You Can Do as a Family

  • March 12, 2019
  • Julia Merrill
  • caregiving, Neurodiversity
When you imagine self-care, you probably picture solo activities such as taking a long bubble bath or going for a run. And if you're a parent, your next thought is probably how to go about accomplishing these feats, as you don’t have time for anything. But the truth is, self-care doesn't have to be solitary!
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Mental Health On The Autism Spectrum: A Self-Advocate’s Perspective
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Mental Health On The Autism Spectrum: a Self-Advocate’s Perspective

  • March 5, 2019
  • Aaron Bouma
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses the importance of caring for mental health to avoid "autistic burnout".
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What Is A Covert Narcissist?
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What is a Covert Narcissist?

  • March 1, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains the characteristics of covert narcissists, and looks at their impacts on relationships.
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Noise Sensitivity On The Autism Spectrum
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Noise Sensitivity On The Autism Spectrum

  • February 22, 2019
  • Eric Zimmerman
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate Eric Zimmerman discusses how he copes with noise sensitivity issues.
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Co-Occurrence Of Psychiatric Disorders And Intellectual Disabilities: What Caregivers Should Know
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Co-Occurrence of Psychiatric Disorders and Intellectual Disabilities: What Caregivers Should Know

  • February 14, 2019
  • Coralia Ivan-Suciu
  • Neurodiversity
Coralia Ivan-Suciu provides education and specific resources to the caregivers of individuals dually diagnosed with an intellectual disability and a psychiatric disorder.
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What Is The Imposter Syndrome?
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What is the Imposter Syndrome?

  • February 7, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses "imposter syndrome": feeling like a fraud due to self-doubt and lack of confidence.
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Autism & Independence: Supporting Parents Through The Transition
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Autism & Independence: Supporting Parents Through the Transition

  • January 31, 2019
  • Amalia Starr
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Amalia Starr discusses the importance of supporting parents of children with autism, and shares lesson she learned from her own son.
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Top Reasons Caregivers Can Benefit From Yoga And Meditation
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Top Reasons Caregivers Can Benefit From Yoga and Meditation

  • January 21, 2019
  • Karen Weeks
  • caregiving, Neurodiversity
Karen Weeks offers suggestions for caregivers on how to use yoga and meditation to practice self-care and manage stress.
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What Is A Narcissist?
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What Is A Narcissist?

  • January 17, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity

Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses how to recognize traits common to people with narcissistic personality traits.

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Extreme Makeover – Education Edition: Redesigning School Systems To Suit Students Of All Abilities (Pt.2)
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Extreme Makeover – Education Edition: Redesigning School Systems to Suit Students of All Abilities (Pt.2)

  • January 10, 2019
  • Mathew Morin
  • Neurodiversity
Mathew Ryan Morin continues his look at ways to improve learning, with a focus on personalized education.
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5 Tips On How To Keep New Year’s Resolutions
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5 Tips on How to Keep New Year’s Resolutions

  • January 4, 2019
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity

Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT explains why resolutions can fail, and gives 5 tips for making lasting changes in the New Year.

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Extreme Makeover – Education Edition: Redesigning School Systems To Suit Students Of All Abilities (Pt.1)
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Extreme Makeover – Education Edition: Redesigning School Systems to Suit Students of All Abilities (Pt.1)

  • December 28, 2018
  • Mathew Morin
  • Autism, Neurodiversity

By Mathew Ryan Morin The secret to a successful life is as follows:  You don’t…

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We Are Parents & Caregivers Of Neurodiverse Children
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We Are Parents & Caregivers Of Neurodiverse Children

  • December 14, 2018
  • BrittMari Sykes
  • Neurodiversity, parenting

By Britt-Mari Sykes Ph.D. We are parents and caregivers who love, support, cheerlead, comfort and accept…

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Healthy Aging Tips For Living Your Best Life
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Healthy Aging Tips for Living Your Best Life

  • December 11, 2018
  • Karen Weeks
  • aging, Neurodiversity

By Karen Weeks Aging Aging is inevitable, but how you age isn’t. Some seniors are…

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Recognizing & Overcoming Denial
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Recognizing & Overcoming Denial

  • November 27, 2018
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the unhealthy role denial can play in our lives, and how to change our actions and overcome it.
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What Is Synesthesia?
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What is Synesthesia?

  • November 20, 2018
  • Andrew Barry
  • Neurodiversity, Synesthesia
Andrew Barry defines Synesthesia, and shares the story of three individuals that our excelling with this neurological difference.
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Mental Health & Relationships: Narcissists And “Love Bombs”
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Mental Health & Relationships: Narcissists and “Love Bombs”

  • November 13, 2018
  • Darlene Lancer
  • Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses the concept of "love bombs" and the role they can play in relationships with narcissism.
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Autism, Passions, And Milestones
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Autism, Passions, and Milestones

  • November 8, 2018
  • Aaron Bouma
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate Aaron Bouma discusses how his passion for model building and woodworking has allowed him to accomplish personal milestones.
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Living With A Brain Injury – Eight Years Out
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Living with a Brain Injury – Eight Years Out

  • November 2, 2018
  • David Grant
  • Neurodiversity, traumatic brain injury
David A. Grant reflects on the journey of recovery he has experienced since receiving a brain injury eight years ago.
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Autism & Self-Care: Utilizing “Pre-Charge” Days
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Autism & Self-Care: Utilizing “Pre-Charge” Days

  • October 30, 2018
  • Becca Lory
  • Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity
Autism self-advocate Becca Lory, CAS, BCCS discusses how "pre-charge" days help her prepare for stressful periods and avoid meltdowns in advance.
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Interviewing People With Autism Within The Criminal Justice System
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Interviewing People With Autism Within The Criminal Justice System

  • October 22, 2018
  • Philip Morris
  • Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Neurodiversity
Philip J. Morris discusses the challenges law enforcement officers have in properly interviewing people with autism, and offers tips for better equipping the police.
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Six Simple Steps Seniors Can Take To Battle Insomnia
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Six Simple Steps Seniors Can Take to Battle Insomnia

  • October 14, 2018
  • Karen Weeks
  • insomnia, Neurodiversity
Karen Weeks offers six steps seniors can use to fight insomnia and get a restful sleep.
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Mental Health & Relationships: Overcoming Codependency
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Mental Health & Relationships: Overcoming Codependency

  • October 12, 2018
  • Darlene Lancer
  • mental health, Neurodiversity
Darlene Lancer, JD, MFT discusses how codependency can develop inside of relationships, and gives tools for overcoming it.
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