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Exploring Different Brains

www.DifferentBrains.com

EXPLORING DIFFERENT BRAINS is a weekly interview show hosted by neurodiversity advocate Harold "Hackie" Reitman, MD., and presented by DifferentBrains.com. Join us as we speak with some of the most interesting people involved in autism, Asperger"s, dyslexia, ADHD, OCD, down syndrome, and any condition that can be considered "neurodiverse." From doctors to judges, teachers to caregivers, scientists to advocates, parents to kids, neurodiverse to neurotypical, we want to tell any story that can offer

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00:22:17

TBI Hope: Persevering After a Traumatic Brain Injury,...

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2017/06/07

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, MD. speaks with David A. Grant, the founder and publisher of TBI HOPE Magazine. David is a brain injury survivor that has dedicated his life to being an advocate for those affected similarly. David discusses how his TBI occurred, the importance of positivity, the connections between brain injuries and PTSD, and the inspiration behind founding TBI HOPE Magazine. Follow Different Brains on social

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00:25:27

Uniting Physician Perspectives for Neurodiversity |...

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2017/05/31

In this special episode of Exploring Different Brains, Hackie Reitman, M.D. presents five previous guests discussing breaking down barriers in providing quality health care for those of us with different brains. Guests include Dr. Steve Perlman, (co-founder of the AADMD and the man behind the health care services offered through the Special Olympics), Dr. Bankole Johnson (head of the Brain Science Research Consortium Unit at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, and one of the world’s

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00:16:22

What Everyone Should Know About Epilepsy, with Tom...

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2017/05/24

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. continues his conversation with Tom McGranahan, Jr. Tom has epilepsy, and is a tireless advocate for awareness of the condition. He is also the author of Under Siege: Epilepsy in the Open. Tom discusses common misconceptions about epilepsy, tools for people dealing with seizures, and the importance of societal awareness for the condition. Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ Check

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00:15:03

Living with Epilepsy, with Tom McGranahan, Jr. | EDB 81

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2017/05/17

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with Tom McGranahan, Jr. Tom has epilepsy, and is a tireless advocate for awareness of the condition. He is also the author of Under Siege: Epilepsy in the Open. Tom discusses his history of seizures, the challenges with living life having epilepsy, and his brain surgery that involved 50% of the language center of his brain being removed. For more about Tom and his book, visit:http://epilepsyintheopen.com/ Follow Different Brains on social

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00:20:41

Discovering the Gifts of Different Brains, with Dr....

Exploring Different Brains ·

2017/05/10

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. continues his conversation with Dr. Gail Saltz. She is a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill-Cornell Medical College and a psychoanalyst with the New York Psychoanalytic Institute, a columnist, bestselling author, podcast host and 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 called "The Power of Different: The

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00:20:58

The Power of Different: Appreciating the Talent in...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2017/05/03

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with Dr. Gail Saltz. She is a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill-Cornell Medical College and a psychoanalyst with the New York Psychoanalytic Institute, a columnist, bestselling author, podcast host and 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 called "The Power of Different: The Link Between Disorder

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00:23:17

Parent Advocates: Supporting Kids on the Autism...

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2017/04/26

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman sits down again with Stacey Hoaglund. She is the editor of The Autism Notebook Magazine, a Family Support Specialist for Family Network on Disabilities, the CEO of Disability Training and Support Specialists, project coordinator for Partners in Policy-making, author of “Go for the Goal: A Parent’s Guide to Creating Meaningful IEP Goals,” a tireless advocate for the neurodiverse, and the mother of a son with autism. Stacey discusses neurodiversity in education,

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00:23:51

Respecting Individuality on the Autism Spectrum, w/...

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2017/04/19

In this second part of a two part interview, Hackie Reitman, M.D. continues his conversation with Dr. Michael Alessandri, the Executive Director of the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (UM-NSU CARD), and chairman of the upcoming Autism Innovations & Global Impact Conference hosted by Els for Autism. Dr. Alessandri discusses the challenges UM-NSU CARD faces in the work they do, the importance of caregivers to allow people on the spectrum to

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00:23:57

Uniting the Autism Community, with Dr. Michael...

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2017/04/12

In this episode, 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 (UM-NSU CARD), and chairman of the upcoming Autism Innovations & Global Impact Conference hosted by Els for Autism. Dr. Alessandri discusses the life-changing interaction that made him devote himself to autism and neurodiversity, the importance of giving support to individuals and families, and the

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00:18:00

How Can Doctors Support Patients With Autism? with...

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2017/04/05

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). Both he and Dr. Reitman will be presenting at the USAAA’s upcoming 12th annual World Conference and Expo, alongside Temple Grandin, previous guest Stephen Shore, and many more amazing experts. Dr. DeMio discusses his own experiences raising a son on the spectrum, how he became an expert in treating

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00:23:04

What Is Misophonia? with Dr. Jennifer Jo Brout | EDB 74

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2017/03/22

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with psychologist and counselor Jennifer Jo Brout, Psy.D. Dr. Brout is one of the world’s authorities on the misunderstood condition known as Misophonia, and has the condition herself. She established the Duke University Sensory Processing and Emotion Regulation Program, and is the founder of the International Misophonia Research Network. Dr. Brout defines what Misophonia is, discusses common triggers, and talks about the ongoing struggle to get support

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00:12:18

Debunking the Myths About Alcoholism and Addiction,...

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2017/03/15

In the second installment of a two part interview, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with Bankole A. Johnson, DSc, MD, MBChB, MPhil, FRCPsych, DFAPA, Dip-ABAM, Dip-ABDA, FACFEI, who heads the Brain Science Research Consortium Unit (BSRCU) at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, and is one of the world’s leading authorities on the subject of addiction. He is a leading neuroscientist and a pioneer in the development of medications for the treatment of alcohol abuse, and was featured on the HBO

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00:20:44

Treating Addiction Through Neuroscience...

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2017/03/08

In the first installment of a two part interview, Hackie Reitman, M.D. speaks with Bankole A. Johnson, DSc, MD, MBChB, MPhil, FRCPsych, DFAPA, Dip-ABAM, Dip-ABDA, FACFEI, who heads the Brain Science Research Consortium Unit (BSRCU) at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, and is one of the world’s leading authorities on the subject of addiction. He is a leading neuroscientist and a pioneer in the development of medications for the treatment of alcohol abuse, and was featured on the HBO

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00:23:15

Creativity on the Autism Spectrum: Painters, Poets,...

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2017/03/01

In this special episode of Exploring Different Brains, Hackie Reitman, M.D. presents 5 previous guests discussing creative endeavors by those on the autism spectrum. Guests include: Dr. Ian Hale (a writer, poet, public speaker and researcher), Colin Eldred-Cohen (the author of “The Fire Truck Who Got Lost,” a movie reviewer, and a comedy writer), Keri Bowers and Taylor Cross (the mother and son directorial team of the films Normal People Scare Me and Normal People Scare Me Too), and Michael Tolleson

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00:18:30

Overcoming Learning Obstacles with Dyslexia & ADHD |...

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2017/02/22

In this special episode of Exploring Different Brains, Hackie Reitman, M.D. presents 4 previous guests as they discuss ways to overcome the learning challenges presented by dyslexia and ADHD. Guests include: Dr. Matthew Schneps (an astrophysicist and visiting scientist at M.I.T., and founder of the Laboratory for Visual Learning), Elizabeth Wilkinson (a British autism and dyslexia advocate known as The Dyslexic Dyslexia Consultant , and founder of Dyslexia Information Day), Sue Kahn (a dedicated

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00:14:11

Finding Fulfilling Employment on the Autism Spectrum,...

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2017/02/15

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D.continues his conversation with return guest Stephen Shore, Ed.D.- author, autism advocate, board member for Autism Speaks, and professor at Adelphi University. Stephen discusses his initial diagnoses as a child, the importance of people on the spectrum finding work that fulfills them, and how accommodation for people with different brains improves life for everyone. For the first part of our conversation with Dr. Shore, click here. For more information about

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00:22:27

Advocating Autism Spectrum Around the World, with...

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2017/02/08

In this episode, Hackie Reitman, M.D. welcomes back return guest Stephen Shore- author, autism advocate, board member for Autism Speaks, and professor at Adelphi University. You may recall Stephen was diagnosed as non-verbal and autistic at the age of 4, when doctors suggested his parents institutionalize him. Since then he has gone on an amazing journey that has led him to speaking on behalf of autism and neurodiversity in 49 countries and all but one continent. Stephen discusses he recent advocacy

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00:23:24

Doctors Embracing Different Brains, with Steve...

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2017/02/01

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Steve Sulkes, M.D, the Director of UCEDD/LEND at University of Rochester Medical Center, and the incoming President of the AADMD. Dr. Sulkes discusses the challenges of treating patients with special needs, the importance of educating medical professionals on different brains, and how treating a neurodiverse patient during his residency forever changed his outlook on medicine.

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00:22:45

Identifor: Maximizing the Potential of the...

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2017/01/25

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Steve Keisman, the Vice President of Education and Transition & Neurodiversity Employment Specialist for Identifor. Identifor is a free app that assists the neurodiverse assess what they are good at, find employment that can utilize those skills, and retain that job once one has it. Steve discusses the benefits of using Identifor, the importance of recognizing and utilizing potential, and his own connections to neurodiversity as a parent. For more

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00:23:54

College Transitions for Different Brains with Mitch...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2017/01/18

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Mitch Nagler, director of the “Bridges to Adelphi” program at Adelphi University. Mitch explains the services the program offers to the neurodiverse to ease their transition into college life, highlights the importance of fostering self esteem in students, and gives tips for anyone with autism- or any other brain that may work a bit differently- on how to begin a successful academic journey. For more about Adelphi University, and their “Bridges to

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