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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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00:22:51

Helping the Neurodiverse and People with Disabilities...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2017/01/11

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. JR’s accomplishments are staggering, with only a few being: contributing over 30 years to National State and Community Policy for the Independence and self-sufficiency of persons with disability, being a two-time presidential appointee, a seven time gubernatorial appointee, being asked to speak on numerous occasions to the US

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00:20:11

Comedy on the Autism Spectrum, with Colin...

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2017/01/04

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. Colin discusses his diagnosis of Asperger’s syndrome, the importance of harnessing hyper-interests, and his love of comedy. Look for Colin’s book, "The Fire Truck Who Got Lost” on Amazon or at: https://the-art-of-autism.com/shop-home/ And for his reviews, check out: www.fishandcherries.com And look for him at Twitter at:

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00:21:41

Health Care for the Intellectually Disabled (pt 2),...

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2016/12/28

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Dr. Steven Perlman in the second of a two-part interview (view the first installment here). He is a Clinical professor of Pediatric Dentistry at The Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Co-founder and previous president of The American Academy of Developmental Medicine and Dentistry (AADMD), and was an integral part of bringing health care services to the Special Olympics- a move that has revolutionized how the medical system

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00:22:58

Health Care for the Intellectually Disabled (pt 1)...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2016/12/21

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Dr. Steven Perlman in the first of a two-part interview. He is a Clinical professor of Pediatric Dentistry at The Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Co-founder and previous president of the AADMD (), and was an integral part of bringing health care services to the Special Olympics- a move that has revolutionized how the medical system interacts with the developmentally disabled. Dr. Perlman discusses why studying pediatric dentistry

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00:24:33

Fighting for Accessibility and Disability Support,...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2016/12/14

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Dr. JR Harding, an author, disability advocate, and instructional specialist at Florida State University. JR’s accomplishments are staggering, with only a few being: contributing over 30 years to National State and Community Policy for the Independence and self-sufficiency of persons with disability, being a two-time presidential appointee, a seven time gubernatorial appointee, being asked to speak on numerous occasions to the US Congress in Florida

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00:17:39

Self-Advocacy on the Autism Spectrum, with Becca Lory...

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2016/12/06

In this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with director of development for GRASP (Global & Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership). Becca discusses the importance of self advocacy for the neurodiverse, and her experiences as a woman on the autism spectrum.

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00:20:29

Getting a Diagnosis as a Woman on the Autism...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2016/11/30

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Becca Lory, director of development for GRASP (Global & Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership). Becca is a great neurodiversity advocate, and tells the story of her journey, from struggling in school and work, to dealing with severe depression, to an initial misdiagnosis of schizophrenia, to finally receiving a diagnosis of Asperger’s at the age of 35. Decca also discusses the unique challenges women have to receive an autism diagnosis. To learn

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00:21:53

Finding Tomorrow’s Medical Breakthroughs, with Dr. H....

Exploring Different Brains ·

2016/11/23

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.

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00:19:41

Maximizing Educational Success for Different Brains...

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2016/11/16

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Lori Bitar, educational consultant and author of SOS: Save Our Students. Lori has a long history of teaching students with all forms of neurodiversity- from autism to ADHD to dyslexia. Lori discusses her history in the educational system, the inherent gender biases that are common in teaching, and what direction she feels society needs to move in to maximize performance. To learn more about Lori’s work, or to purchase her book “SOS: Save Our

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00:19:23

Socializing on the Autism Spectrum with Sarah Howard...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2016/11/08

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. She discusses creating opportunities for the neurodiverse to socialize, the challenges of equal gender representation in organizing events for people on the spectrum, and her own personal challenges related to accomplishing goals.

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00:22:10

Gender & Neurodiversity: Recognizing Diversity in the...

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2016/11/02

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. continues his conversation with Australian psychologist and award-winning author Tania Marshall. Tania discusses maximizing the potential of women on the autism spectrum, the differences between resources for women in Australia and North America, and the subject of transgender individuals that are neurodiverse.

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00:19:51

Succeeding in College with Asperger's Syndrome, with...

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2016/10/25

In this episode, Hackie Reitman interviews Harry Lowe, student with Asperger's at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Harry discusses growing up with Asperger's, his experience in school, and the importance of support systems for the neurodiverse.

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00:19:49

Is Addiction a Form of Neurodiversity? with Jan...

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2016/10/19

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with parenting and addiction specialist Jan Tedeschi. Jan discusses her own childhood exposure to alcoholism, the role neurodiversity and the brain plays in addiction, and why society's perceptions of substance abuse may be making the problem worse.

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00:17:34

AspienGirl: Embracing the Strengths of Women with...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2016/10/12

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with psychologist and award-winning author Tania Marshall. Tania comes all the way from Australia, and discusses her AspienGirl book series, the challenges neurodiverse females face in getting proper diagnoses, and the unique abilities of women on the autism spectrum.

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00:19:00

Love and Autism: Exploring Romance and Neurodiversity...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2016/10/05

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. Dr. Palmiotto speaks about the importance of demystifying taboos surrounding the love lives of people on the autism spectrum, and of the importance of authenticity within relationships.

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00:19:33

Succeeding With ADHD: Maximizing the Abilities of...

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2016/10/04

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with returning guest Shawn Smith, of Don’t dis-my-ability. Shawn discusses his diagnoses of ADHD, how he started his own organization, and the importance of self-advocacy. He also talks about how he didn’t learn to count until the age of 24, while working as a blackjack dealer.

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00:17:27

Diagnosing Neurodiversity: 7 Advocates Tell How They...

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2016/10/04

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. Guests include: Raun Kaufman is the head of the Autism Treatment Center, and author of the book “Autism Breakthrough.” For his full interview, visit: http://differentbrains.com/exploring-different-brains-episode-1-raun-kaufman/ Ron Sandison is a preacher, has an amazing savant memory, and is the author of “A Parent’s Guide to

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00:14:17

Moving Beyond Labels and Understanding...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2016/10/04

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. She is one of the few psychologists with her doctorate degree in psychology and also a law degree, and has extensive experience treating patients that have Autism, Bipolar Disorder, depression, and many other conditions that fall under the umbrella of neurodiversity. Dr. Butts discusses the

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00:11:31

Why Therapy Shouldn’t Always Lead to Medication, with...

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2016/10/04

In this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with returning guest Dr. Lauren Gerber, author and psychologist. Dr. Gerber talks about the importance of trying all therapeutic options before prescribing medication, her experience providing therapy for client with autism and ADHD, the challenges of helping someone in a crisis, and a special four-legged friend that assists her in her sessions.

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00:21:18

College Life with Asperger’s Syndrome, with Dietrich...

Exploring Different Brains ·

2016/10/04

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. Dietrich talks about how he feels being neurodiverse can offer gifts to individuals, the challenges he has faced with being bullied, and how dedication and family support can help people achieve their goals.

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