Video - Part 4

The Power Of Different: Appreciating The Talent In Neurodiversity, With Dr. Gail Saltz | EDB 79

The Power of Different: Appreciating the Talent in Neurodiversity, with Dr. Gail Saltz | EDB 79

(21 minutes) In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with Dr. Gail Saltz, a columnist, bestselling author, podcast host, television commentator, and one of the nation’s foremost go-to experts on a variety of psychological and mental health issues. Her newest book is The Power of Different.

Lady Gaga & Prince William Talk Mental Illness – Week In Neurodiversity (4/29/17)

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Lady Gaga & Prince William Talk Mental Illness – Week in Neurodiversity (4/29/17)

April 29, 2017
Mike Nickas
ADHD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

(3 mins 54 sec) In this episode, Boy Meets World star Rider Strong makes the birthday wish of a boy with Down syndrome come true, Project UROK runs a beauty ad for anxiety, and Lady Gaga and prince Harry come together to talk mental health! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

Parent Advocates: Supporting Kids On The Autism Spectrum, With Stacey Hoaglund | EDB 78

Parent Advocates: Supporting Kids on the Autism Spectrum, with Stacey Hoaglund | EDB 78

(23 minutes) In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman sits down again with Stacey Hoaglund, editor of The Autism Notebook Magazine, a tireless advocate for the neurodiverse, and the mother of a son on the spectrum.

Can Golf Help People With Parkinson’s? – Week In Neurodiversity (4/22/17)

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Can Golf Help People with Parkinson’s? – Week in Neurodiversity (4/22/17)

April 22, 2017
Mike Nickas
Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(4 mins 10 sec) In this episode, Julia the Muppet with autism makes her big debut, golf helps a man with Parkinson’s, and a teen with Down syndrome is voted prom queen! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

Respecting Individuality On The Autism Spectrum, With Michael Alessandri, Ph.D. Of UM-NSU CARD | EDB 77

Respecting Individuality on the Autism Spectrum, with Michael Alessandri, Ph.D. of UM-NSU CARD | EDB 77

(24 mins) In the second of a two part interview, Hackie Reitman, M.D.continues his conversation with Dr. Michael Alessandri, Exec. Director of the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities, and chair of the Autism Innovations & Global Impact Conference hosted by Els for Autism.

Can Yoga Ease Autism-Related Anxiety? – Week In Neurodiversity (4/15/17)

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Can Yoga Ease Autism-Related Anxiety? – Week in Neurodiversity (4/15/17)

April 15, 2017
Mike Nickas
ADHD, ASD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, ocd

(4 mins) In this episode, a yoga class is helping those with autism, a new app is keeping kids with ADHD focused, and how has this viral prom proposal vid inspired others to contribute to the special occasion? These stories and more in this week’s edition!

Uniting The Autism Community, With Dr. Michael Alessandri Of UM-NSU CARD | EDB 76

Uniting the Autism Community, with Dr. Michael Alessandri of UM-NSU CARD | EDB 76

(24 mins) In this first of a two part interview, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with Dr. Michael Alessandri, the Executive Director of the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities, and chair of the upcoming Autism Innovations & Global Impact Conference hosted by Els for Autism.

Legoland Becomes Autism Friendly! – Week In Neurodiversity (4/08/17)

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Legoland Becomes Autism Friendly! – Week in Neurodiversity (4/08/17)

April 8, 2017
Mike Nickas
Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 min 43 sec) In this episode, virtual reality can help diagnose concussions, a new surgery can help those with Parkinson’s, and how is Legoland creating an autism friendly experience for families on the spectrum?

How Can Doctors Support Patients With Autism? With Dr. Phillip DeMio, Of The USAAA And AMAB | EDB 75

How Can Doctors Support Patients With Autism? with Dr. Phillip DeMio, of the USAAA and AMAB | EDB 75

(18 mins) In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with Dr. Phillip DeMio, chief operating officer of the US Autism & Asperger Association (USAAA) and the founder of the American Medical Autism Board (AMAB).

Sesame Street Welcomes Julia, A Muppet With Autism – Week In Neurodiversity (4/01/17)

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Sesame Street Welcomes Julia, a Muppet With Autism – Week in Neurodiversity (4/01/17)

April 1, 2017
Mike Nickas
add, Alzheimer's Disease, ASD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 mins 25 secs) In this episode, a man uses art to cope with Parkinson’s, a man becomes the first ever table tennis coach with Down syndrome, and Sesame Street introduces the first Muppet with autism! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

Autism In France, With Anlor Davin Author Of “Being Seen” | EDB 20

Autism in France, with Anlor Davin Author of “Being Seen” | EDB 20

(27 mins) In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Anlor Davin. Anlor is originally from France, and discusses growing up with autism, and her book "Being Seen."

Woman With Down Syndrome Realizes Dream Of Delivering The Weather – Week In Neurodiversity (3/25/17)

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Woman with Down Syndrome Realizes Dream of Delivering the Weather – Week in Neurodiversity (3/25/17)

March 25, 2017
Mike Nickas
ASD, Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 min 50 sec) In this episode, Lo Bosworth discusses her depression and anxiety diagnoses, a dance class is helping those with Parkinson’s, and a woman with Down syndrome delivers the weather report in France! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

What Is Misophonia? With Dr. Jennifer Jo Brout, Founder Of Duke University’s Sensory Research Program | EDB 74

What Is Misophonia? with Dr. Jennifer Jo Brout, founder of Duke University’s Sensory Research Program | EDB 74

(23 mins) In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with Dr. Jennifer Jo Brout, one of the world’s authorities on the misunderstood condition known as Misophonia.

Teen With Down Syndrome’s Dog Treat Business Is A Hit! – Week In Neurodiversity (3/18/17)

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Teen with Down Syndrome’s Dog Treat Business is a Hit! – Week in Neurodiversity (3/18/17)

March 18, 2017
Mike Nickas
ASD, Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

(3 min 41 sec) In this episode: an IndyCar driver breaks down concussions, boxing programs continue to help Parkinson’s patients around the country, and a girl with Down syndrome receives a national scholarship after starting her own business! These stories and more in this week’s edition!

Debunking The Myths About Alcoholism & Addiction, W/ Professor Bankole Johnson Of The U Of Maryland And HBO’s “Addiction” | EDB 73

Debunking the Myths About Alcoholism & Addiction, w/ Professor Bankole Johnson of the U of Maryland and HBO’s “Addiction” | EDB 73

In part 2 of their interview, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with Professor Bankole Johnson, head of the Brain Science Research Consortium Unit at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, and one of the world’s leading authorities on the subject of addiction.

Couple With Down Syndrome Celebrate 22 Years Of Marriage – Week In Neurodiversity (3/10/17)

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Couple With Down Syndrome Celebrate 22 Years of Marriage – Week In Neurodiversity (3/10/17)

March 11, 2017
Mike Nickas
Alzheimer's Disease, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

(3 min 48 sec) In this episode, a couple with Down syndrome celebrate 22 years of marriage, a former college football coach helps test a new Alzheimer’s treatment, and a couple with Asperger’s bring out the best in one another! These stories and more in the week’s edition.

Treating Addiction Through Neuroscience Breakthroughs, With Prof. Bankole Johnson Of The University Of Maryland School Of Medicine | EDB 72

Treating Addiction Through Neuroscience Breakthroughs, with Prof. Bankole Johnson of the University of Maryland School of Medicine | EDB 72

Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with Professor Bankole Johnson, who heads the Brain Science Research Consortium Unit at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, and is one of the world’s leading authorities on the subject of addiction.

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

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

March 4, 2017
Mike Nickas
Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, ocd, PTSD

(4 mins 5 sec) In this episode: a former hockey player talks about living with OCD, a man bikes 4,000 miles for Parkinson’s research, and veterans with PTSD go diving with sharks! These stories and more in this week’s edition.

Creativity On The Autism Spectrum | EDB 71

Creativity on the Autism Spectrum | EDB 71

(24 minutes) In this special episode of Exploring Different Brains, Hackie Reitman, M.D. discusses creativity in people on the autism spectrum with Dr. Ian Hale, Colin Eldred-Cohen, Keri Bowers, Taylor Cross, and Michael Tolleson.

A Blood Test For Depression? – The Week In Neurodiversity (2/25/17)

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A Blood Test for Depression? – The Week in Neurodiversity (2/25/17)

February 25, 2017
Mike Nickas
Anxiety, Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

(4min 12sec) In this episode, Lena Dunham demonstrates yoga poses to help with anxiety, an Australian man with autism starts his own business, and a blood test may lead to treating depression! These stories and more in this week’s edition.

Overcoming Learning Obstacles With Dyslexia & ADHD | EDB 70

Overcoming Learning Obstacles with Dyslexia & ADHD | EDB 70

In this special episode of Exploring Different Brains, Hackie Reitman, M.D. discusses ways to overcome the learning challenges presented by dyslexia and ADHD with Dr. Matthew Schneps, Elizabeth Wilkinson, Sue Kahn, and Shawn Smith.

New Device Helps People With Asperger’s Interpret Emotions – The Week In Neurodiversity (2/18/17)

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New Device Helps People with Asperger’s Interpret Emotions – The Week in Neurodiversity (2/18/17)

February 18, 2017
Mike Nickas
ASD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

(3 min 49 sec) In this episode, a teen with Down syndrome fulfills his dreams of going to college, a new device can help those with Asperger’s detect moods, and Henry Winkler discusses his new book and growing up with dyslexia! These stories and more in this week’s edition.

Finding Fulfilling Employment On The Autism Spectrum, With Dr. Stephen Shore | EDB 69

Finding Fulfilling Employment on the Autism Spectrum, with Dr. Stephen Shore | EDB 69

February 15, 2017
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D.continues his conversation with return guest Stephen Shore, Ed.D.- author, autism advocate, board member for the USAAA and Autism Speaks, and professor at Adelphi University.

Dog Changes The Life Of Woman With A TBI – The Week In Neurodiversity (2/11/17)

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Dog Changes the Life of Woman with a TBI – The Week in Neurodiversity (2/11/17)

February 10, 2017
Mike Nickas
Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, tbi, traumatic brain injury

In this episode, a service dog changes the life of a woman with a traumatic brain injury, a new treatment for Parkinson’s is showing promise, and the cookie saleswoman with Down syndrome will be selling her cookies at the Oscars!

Advocating Autism Spectrum Around The World, With Stephen Shore | EDB 68

Advocating Autism Spectrum Around the World, with Stephen Shore | EDB 68

(22 mins) In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. welcomes back return guest Dr. Stephen Shore- author, autism advocate, board member for Autism Speaks, and professor at Adelphi University.

Girl With Apraxia Finds Bond With Shelter Cats – Week In Neurodiversity (2/04/17)

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Girl With Apraxia Finds Bond With Shelter Cats – Week In Neurodiversity (2/04/17)

February 3, 2017
Mike Nickas
apraxia, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, a student becomes the second contest with Down syndrome to run for Miss Clemson, a girl with apraxia finds a special bond with cats at an animal shelter, and how can a mouth guard give us an inside look at the impact of a concussion?

Doctors Embracing Different Brains, With Steve Sulkes, M.D Of The U. Of Rochester Medical Center And The AADMD | EDB 67

Doctors Embracing Different Brains, with Steve Sulkes, M.D of the U. of Rochester Medical Center and the AADMD | EDB 67

January 31, 2017
Harold Reitman, M.D.
asoerger's, Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Steve Sulkes, M.D, the Director of UCEDD/LEND at University of Rochester, and the incoming President of the AADMD.

A Winning Debut For Wrestler With Down Syndrome – Week In Neurodiversity (1/28/17)

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A Winning Debut for Wrestler with Down Syndrome – Week In Neurodiversity (1/28/17)

January 27, 2017
Mike Nickas
Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, down aynsrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, a teen with Down syndrome wins his high school wrestling debut, students walk for Alzheimer’s in honor of the Pat Summit Foundation, and a have you seen this viral clip of a Parkinson’s patient leading a dance? These stories and more in this week’s episode.

Identifor: Maximizing The Potential Of The Neurodiverse, With Steve Keisman | EDB 66

Identifor: Maximizing the Potential of the Neurodiverse, with Steve Keisman | EDB 66

January 24, 2017
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Steve Keisman, the Vice President of Education and Transition & Neurodiversity Employment Specialist for Identifor.

A Boy With Autism And His Four-Legged Best Friend – Week In Neurodiversity

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A Boy with Autism and His Four-Legged Best Friend – Week In Neurodiversity

January 20, 2017
Mike Nickas
Autism, Neurodiversity, PTSD, tbi, traumatic brain injury

In this episode, Wounded Warrior swim with the dolphins for PTSD, a mother posts a heartwarming video for her son with TBI, and a boy with autism shares a bond with his deaf service dog. These stories and more in this week’s edition!

College Transitions For Different Brains With Mitch Nagler From Adelphi University | EDB 65

College Transitions for Different Brains with Mitch Nagler from Adelphi University | EDB 65

January 18, 2017
Harold Reitman, M.D.

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Mitch Nagler, director of the “Bridges to Adelphi” program at Adelphi University.

Couple With Down Syndrome Share Their Wedding Day – Week In Neurodiversity (1/14/17)

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Couple with Down Syndrome Share Their Wedding Day – Week in Neurodiversity (1/14/17)

January 13, 2017
Mike Nickas

In this episode, a pedaling for Parkinson’s class helps slow the symptoms, a couple with Down syndrome share their wedding photos, and a hairstylist makes the day of a child with autism. These stories and more in this week’s episode!

Helping The Neurodiverse And People With Disabilities Excel, With JR Harding Of FSU | EDB 64

Helping the Neurodiverse and People with Disabilities Excel, with JR Harding of FSU | EDB 64

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. continues his conversation with Dr. JR Harding, an author, disability advocate, and instructional specialist at Florida State University.

A Dog Surfs For PTSD!? – Week In Neurodiversity (1/7/17)

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A Dog Surfs For PTSD!? – Week In Neurodiversity (1/7/17)

January 6, 2017
Mike Nickas
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, a girl with dyslexia creates a virtual reality program to help her peers, a man with down syndrome inspires others through a fitness class, and Ricochet the surf dog wears a Santa costume for PTSD awareness!

Comedy On The Autism Spectrum, With Colin Eldred-Cohen | EDB 63

Comedy on the Autism Spectrum, with Colin Eldred-Cohen | EDB 63

January 3, 2017
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Colin Eldred-Cohen. He is the author of "The Fire Truck Who Got Lost,” a movie reviewer, and a young man on the autism spectrum.

The Best Of The Week In Neurodiversity – 2016 Year In Review

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The Best of the Week In Neurodiversity – 2016 Year in Review

December 30, 2016
Mike Nickas
ADHD, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

(7 minutes 40 seconds) In honor of the end of the year, we cover our top ten stories of 2016, featuring Michael J. Fox jamming with Dave Matthews for Parkinson’s awareness, Michael Jordan surprising a fan with autism, and the story of Daniel the therapy duck! These stories and more in this week’s episode!

Health Care For The Intellectually Disabled (Part 2), With Dr. Steven Perlman Of The Special Olympics And AADMD | EDB 62

Health Care for the Intellectually Disabled (Part 2), with Dr. Steven Perlman of the Special Olympics and AADMD | EDB 62

(21 minutes) In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. concludes his conversation with Dr. Steven Perlman, co-founder of the AADMD and the man behind the health care services offered through the Special Olympics, in the second of a two-part interview.

Sensory-Friendly Santa For Kids With Autism – Week In Neurodiversity (12/24/16)

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Sensory-Friendly Santa For Kids With Autism – Week In Neurodiversity (12/24/16)

December 23, 2016
Mike Nickas
ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, kids are meeting Santa in malls all over the country in a sensory-friendly environment, kids with ADHD get to run around to help them learn, and NFL Hall of Famer Charles Haley talks about Bipolar Disorder.

Health Care For The Intellectually Disabled (Part 1), With Dr. Steven Perlman Of The Special Olympics And AADMD | EDB 61

Health Care for the Intellectually Disabled (Part 1), with Dr. Steven Perlman of the Special Olympics and AADMD | EDB 61

(23 minutes) In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Dr. Steven Perlman, co-founder of the AADMD and the man behind the health care services offered through the Special Olympics, in the first of a two-part interview.

Lady Gaga Opens Up About PTSD – Week In Neurodiversity (12/17/16)

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Lady Gaga Opens Up About PTSD – Week in Neurodiversity (12/17/16)

December 16, 2016
Mike Nickas
Alzheimer's Disease, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

(4 mins. 23 sec.) In this episode, a wrist device helps a designer with Parkinson’s, a boy with Down syndrome performs in the Nutcracker, and have you read Lady Gaga’s letter about PTSD? These stories and more in this week’s episode!

Fighting For Accessibility And Disability Support, With Dr. JR Harding Of FSU | EDB 60

Fighting for Accessibility and Disability Support, with Dr. JR Harding of FSU | EDB 60

(25 minutes) In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Dr. JR Harding, an author, disability advocate, and instructional specialist at Florida State University.

Week In Neurodiversity – Woman With Down Syndrome Starts Cookie Business (12/10/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Woman with Down Syndrome Starts Cookie Business (12/10/16)

December 10, 2016
Mike Nickas
Autism, bipolar, Down Syndrome, insomnia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, tourette's

In this episode, CalTeach researchers find a link between Parkinson’s and gut bacteria, Demi Lovato discusses her life with bipolar disorder, and a woman with Down syndrome starts her own cookie business!

Self-Advocacy On The Autism Spectrum, With Becca Lory | EDB 59

Self-Advocacy on the Autism Spectrum, with Becca Lory | EDB 59

December 6, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with director of development for GRASP (Global & Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership).

Week In Neurodiversity – Selena Gomez Opens Up About Depression (12/3/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Selena Gomez Opens Up About Depression (12/3/16)

December 3, 2016
Mike Nickas
ADHD, Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, a rapper with autism releases his debut album, models with Down syndrome have a fashion walk with the stars, and Selena Gomez gives a speech on mental health at the AMAs! These stories and more in this week’s episode!

Getting A Diagnosis As A Woman On The Autism Spectrum, With Becca Lory Of GRASP | EDB 58

Getting a Diagnosis as a Woman on the Autism Spectrum, with Becca Lory of GRASP | EDB 58

November 30, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Becca Lory, the director of development for GRASP (Global & Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership), and a woman with Asperger's syndrome.

Week In Neurodiversity – Michael J Fox & Dave Matthews Jam For Parkinson’s (11/26/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Michael J Fox & Dave Matthews Jam for Parkinson’s (11/26/16)

November 25, 2016
Mike Nickas
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, ocd, parkinson's

In this episode, a student with autism becomes homecoming king, “Aspergers Are Us” takes the world by storm in their new documentary, and Michael J. Fox jams with Dave Matthews for a Parkinson’s Benefit!

Finding Tomorrow’s Medical Breakthroughs, With Dr. H. Thomas Temple Of Nova Southeastern’s TRED | EDB 57

Finding Tomorrow’s Medical Breakthroughs, with Dr. H. Thomas Temple of Nova Southeastern’s TRED | EDB 57

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Dr. H. Thomas Temple, Senior Vice President of Translational Research and Economic Development at Nova Southeastern University.

Week In Neurodiversity – Brain Implants Make Paralyzed Monkeys Walk (11/19/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Brain Implants Make Paralyzed Monkeys Walk (11/19/16)

November 18, 2016
Mike Nickas
Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, a toddler with Down syndrome models for Oshkosh, a boy with autism finds a best friend in his service dog, and brain implants help paralyzed monkeys walk!

Maximizing Educational Success For Different Brains With Lori Bitar | EDB 56

Maximizing Educational Success for Different Brains with Lori Bitar | EDB 56

November 16, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Lori Bitar, educational consultant and author of "SOS: Save Our Students."

Week In Neurodiversity – Rock Climber With Epilepsy Inspires (11/12/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Rock Climber with Epilepsy Inspires (11/12/16)

November 11, 2016
Mike Nickas
ADHD, Alzheimer's Disease, Depression, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, insomnia, Neurodiversity

In this episode, cognitive behavioral therapy is helping those with insomnia, a man with epilepsy climbs mountains, and an entrepreneur with Down syndrome sends baskets to families whose children also have the condition. All these and more in this week’s edition!

Socializing On The Autism Spectrum With Sarah Howard | EDB 55

Socializing on the Autism Spectrum with Sarah Howard | EDB 55

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Sarah Howard. Sarah is a member of AASCEND, a meet-up group organizer, and an adult on the autism spectrum.

Week In Neurodiversity – Boy With Tourette’s Sings With Carrie Underwood (11/05/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Boy with Tourette’s Sings with Carrie Underwood (11/05/16)

November 4, 2016
Mike Nickas
Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, tourette's

In this episode, a woman becomes Argentina’s first teacher with Down syndrome, Louisiana Tech starts a boxing program with Parkinson’s, and a young boy with Tourette’s sings on stage with Carrie Underwood!

Gender & Neurodiversity: Recognizing The Diversity Within The Autism Spectrum, With Tania Marshall | EDB 54

Gender & Neurodiversity: Recognizing the Diversity Within the Autism Spectrum, with Tania Marshall | EDB 54

November 1, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. continues his conversation with Australian psychologist and award-winning author Tania Marshall.

Week In Neurodiversity – A Therapy Duck For PTSD? (10/29/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – A Therapy Duck For PTSD? (10/29/16)

October 29, 2016
Mike Nickas
Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, dow syndrome, Neurodiversity, ocd, PTSD

In this episode, Amanda Seyfried opens up about having OCD, scientists develop a new gene therapy for Alzheimer’s, and have you heard of Daniel the therapy duck?

Succeeding In College With Asperger’s Syndrome, With Harry Lowe | EDB 53

Succeeding in College with Asperger’s Syndrome, with Harry Lowe | EDB 53

October 25, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Hackie Reitman interviews Harry Lowe, a student with Asperger's Syndrome studying political science at Metropolitan State University of Denver.

Week In Neurodiversity – Soccer Star Opens Up About Depression (10/22/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Soccer Star Opens Up About Depression (10/22/16)

October 22, 2016
Mike Nickas
Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, ocd

In this episode, a former soccer players discusses depression, a teacher is accompanied on her wedding day by her students with Down syndrome, and have you heard of the award winning documentary about Asperger’s?

Is Addiction A Form Of Neurodiversity? With Jan Tedeschi | EDB 52

Is Addiction a Form of Neurodiversity? with Jan Tedeschi | EDB 52

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with parenting and addiction specialist Jan Tedeschi.

Week In Neurodiversity – Ben Affleck Studies Autism For Latest Role (10/15/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Ben Affleck Studies Autism For Latest Role (10/15/16)

October 15, 2016
Mike Nickas
Alzheimer's Disease, Autism, Depression, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, Wentworth Miller stars in a depression awareness video, researchers are finding a cure for Parkinson’s, and Ben Affleck studies autism for his role in the film The Accountant! These stories and more in this week’s episode.

AspienGirl: Embracing The Strengths Of Women With Autism, With Tania Marshall | EDB 51

AspienGirl: Embracing the Strengths of Women with Autism, with Tania Marshall | EDB 51

October 11, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Australian psychologist and award-winning author Tania Marshall.

Week In Neurodiversity – Carly Simon Discusses Her Dyslexia (10/8/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Carly Simon Discusses Her Dyslexia (10/8/16)

October 8, 2016
Mike Nickas
Autism, Concussions, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, an apartment complex takes care of those with autism, Carly Simon talks about growing up with dyslexia, and have you seen the football player with Down syndrome that scored a touchdown for his sick mother?

Love And Autism: Exploring Romance And Neurodiversity With Dr. Jennifer Palmiotto | EDB 50

Love and Autism: Exploring Romance and Neurodiversity with Dr. Jennifer Palmiotto | EDB 50

October 4, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Dr. Jennifer Palmiotto, marriage counsellor, family therapist, and founder of the Love & Autism Conference in San Diego, California.

Week In Neurodiversity – Runner With Autism Wins The Gold (10-1-16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Runner With Autism Wins the Gold (10-1-16)

October 1, 2016
Mike Nickas
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, virtual reality helps those with social difficulties, a cheerleader asks a boy with Down syndrome to homecoming, and did you hear about the first man with autism to win a gold medal at the Paralympics?

Succeeding With ADHD: Maximizing The Abilities Of Neurodiversity, With Shawn Smith | EDB 49

Succeeding With ADHD: Maximizing the Abilities of Neurodiversity, with Shawn Smith | EDB 49

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with returning guest Shawn Smith, of Don’t dis-my-ability.

Week In Neurodiversity – Girl With Down Syndrome Realizes Cheerleading Dream (9/24/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Girl With Down Syndrome Realizes Cheerleading Dream (9/24/16)

September 23, 2016
Mike Nickas
Alzheimer's Disease, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, PTSD

In this episode, a girl with Down syndrome becomes an honorary cheerleader and have you seen the robot that helps children with autism?

Diagnosing Neurodiversity: 7 Advocates Tell How They Learned They Have Autism | EDB 48

Diagnosing Neurodiversity: 7 Advocates Tell How They Learned They Have Autism | EDB 48

September 20, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

In this special episode of Exploring Different Brains, Hackie Reitman, M.D. presents 7 previous guests as they tell the story of how they were first diagnosed with autism.

Week In Neurodiversity – Rapper Becomes Autism Advocate (9/17/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Rapper Becomes Autism Advocate (9/17/16)

September 16, 2016
Mike Nickas
Autism, DOWN SYNCROME, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, a rapper become an autism advocate, patients with Parkinson’s climb Machu Picchu, and have you heard of the Emmy award-nominated reality series about Down syndrome? All this and more!

Moving Beyond Labels And Understanding Neurodiversity, With Dr. Lori Butts | EDB 47

Moving Beyond Labels and Understanding Neurodiversity, with Dr. Lori Butts | EDB 47

Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Lori Butts, J.D., Ph.D. and discusses the importance of focusing on symptoms, not labels, when treating the neurodiverse.

Week In Neurodiversity – FSU Football Star Makes The Day Of Young Boy With Autism (9/10/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – FSU Football Star Makes the Day of Young Boy With Autism (9/10/16)

September 10, 2016
Mike Nickas
Autism, bipolar, Depression, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Neurodiversity

In this episode, an amusement park creates a calming room for kids with autism, a young man with Down syndrome gets into his dream school, and how did an FSU football star make the day of a student with autism?

Why Therapy Shouldn’t Always Lead To Medication, With Dr. Lauren Gerber | EDB 46

Why Therapy Shouldn’t Always Lead to Medication, with Dr. Lauren Gerber | EDB 46

September 6, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with returning guest Dr. Lauren Gerber, author and psychologist.

Hackie Reitman,M.D. Speaks At AspenBrainLab 2016 At The Aspen Institute

Hackie Reitman,M.D. Speaks at AspenBrainLab 2016 at the Aspen Institute

September 5, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Neurodiversity

In this 17 minute presentation, Different Brains™ founder Hackie Reitman, M.D. tells his personal journey to understanding neurodiversity, and why it is so important for society to recognize the differences in our brains.

Week In Neurodiversity – Friends With Down Syndrome Make A Zombie Movie Epic! (9/3/16)

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Week In Neurodiversity – Friends with Down Syndrome Make a Zombie Movie Epic! (9/3/16)

September 3, 2016
Mike Nickas
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Taryn Manning stars in a movie about bipolar disorder, Cara Delevigne opens up about depression, and have you heard of the best friends with Down syndrome that created a zombie flick?

College Life With Asperger’s Syndrome, With Dietrich Kuhlmann | EDB 45

College Life with Asperger’s Syndrome, with Dietrich Kuhlmann | EDB 45

August 30, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's syndrome, Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Dietrich Kuhlmann, a sophomore at the University of Miami who also happens to have Asperger’s syndrome.

Week In Neurodiversity – Michael Jordan Makes The Dreams Of A Fan With Autism Come True (8/27/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Michael Jordan Makes the Dreams of a Fan with Autism Come True (8/27/16)

August 27, 2016
Mike Nickas
ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's

In this episode, a young man with Down syndrome scores a touchdown, bee venom is helping those with Parkinson’s, and what did Michael Jordan do for a fan with autism? All these stories and more!

Breathing Your Way To A Healthier Brain, With Ed Harrold | EDB 44

Breathing Your Way to a Healthier Brain, with Ed Harrold | EDB 44

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman sits down with Ed Harrold, performance enhancement coach and motivational speaker, and discusses the positive effect proper breathing can have on the brain.

Week In Neurodiversity – Autism Awareness Goes Country! (8/20/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Autism Awareness Goes Country! (8/20/16)

August 20, 2016
Mike Nickas
Autism, bipolar, Down Syndrome, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, musicians write a song for autism awareness, a young man with Down syndrome becomes a cop for a day, and did you hear about the man with Parkinson’s who won a Martial Arts title?

Empowering People With Autism: Enabling The Abilities Of The Neurodiverse With Stacey Hoaglund | EDB 43

Empowering People With Autism: Enabling the Abilities of the Neurodiverse with Stacey Hoaglund | EDB 43

August 16, 2016
Harold Reitman, M.D.
Asperger's Syndrome (ASD), Autism, Neurodiversity

In this episode Dr. Hackie Reitman sits down with Stacey Hoaglund, a tireless advocate for the neurodiverse, and the mother of a son with autism.

Week In Neurodiversity – Can A Watch Predict Epileptic Seizures? (8/13/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Can a Watch Predict Epileptic Seizures? (8/13/16)

August 13, 2016
Mike Nickas
Autism, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Epilepsy, Neurodiversity

In this episode, a man with Down syndrome graduates from Clemson, a watch senses seizures, and how does improv help those with OCD?

Battling Mental Health Stigma At Henderson Behavioral, With Dr. Steven Ronik | EDB 42

Battling Mental Health Stigma at Henderson Behavioral, with Dr. Steven Ronik | EDB 42

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman sits down with Steve Ronik, the CEO of Henderson Behavioral Health.

Week In Neurodiversity – Sailing Away With Autism (8/6/16)

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Week in Neurodiversity – Sailing Away With Autism (8/6/16)

August 6, 2016
Mike Nickas
Autism, Epilepsy, Neurodiversity, parkinson's, PTSD

In this episode, a program helps children with autism learn to sail, robots assist with epilepsy, Jim Jeffries talks about having autism at age 36, and can parrots help with PTSD? All these stories in more in this week's episode!

Badges And Different Brains: Neurodiversity And Law Enforcement With Dr. Lori Butts | EDB 41

Badges and Different Brains: Neurodiversity and Law Enforcement with Dr. Lori Butts | EDB 41

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Lori Butts, J.D., Ph.D., the president and director of the Clinical & Forensic Institute, and previous president of the Florida Psychological Association.

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