Exploring Different Brains
323 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★ - 8 ratingsEXPLORING 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 insight into the difference in our brains.
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Protecting The Legal Rights of Different Brains, w/ Kimberley Spire-Oh | EDB 125
May 03, 2018 14:30 - 13 minutes - 26.7 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Kimberley Spire-Oh. Kimberley is a private attorney for Special Education and Disability Law, and is a special education advocate. In addition to serving on the board her at Different Brains Inc., Kimberley currently serves as co-president of the Learning Disabilities Association (LDA) of Florida, co-chair of the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County’s Education Committee, co-chair of the Juvenile Justice Committee and member of the Advoc...
The First All-Autistic Wedding, with Anita Lesko | EDB 124
April 25, 2018 23:00 - 18 minutes - 35.4 MBrecognized autism advocate and member of Autism Society of America’s Panel of Autistic Advisors. She is also an author, with her most recent book being Temple Grandin: The Stories I Tell My Friends. Anita discusses marrying her husband who is also on the spectrum in an all-autistic ceremony officiated by Dr. Stephen Shore, and shares some of her stories of friendship with Dr. Temple Grandin. For more information, go to: http://AnitaLesko.com/ Look for Temple Grandin: The Stories I Tell My F...
Advocating Autism Acceptance to the United Nations, with Anita Lesko | EDB 123
April 19, 2018 01:42 - 23 minutes - 45.1 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Anita Lesko, BSN, RN, MS, CRNA. Anita is an internationally recognized autism advocate and member of Autism Society of America’s Panel of Autistic Advisors. She is also an author, with her most recent book being Temple Grandin: The Stories I Tell My Friends. Anita discusses her own autism diagnosis at the age of 50, highlights the importance of following your dreams, and recounts her experience addressing the United Nations. For more informatio...
Championing Down Syndrome for the Special Olympics, with Patrick & Paul Sallarulo | EDB 122
April 05, 2018 01:01 - 13 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Special Olympics athlete Patrick Sallarulo, and his father Paul. The group discusses Patrick’s interests, the important role the Special Olympics play in his life, and why their family began Sallarulo's Race of Champions. For more information, visit: http://SallarulosRaceForChampions.org/ Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ Check out more episodes of Exploring Dif...
Finding Happiness in Neurodiversity, with Shawn Smith, Me.D., CCC | EDB 121
March 29, 2018 01:31 - 13 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman welcomes back regular guest Shawn Smith, Me.D., CCC. Shawn is a successful entrepreneur, a neurodiversity advocate and consultant, and founder of Don’t Dis-my-Ability. Shawn discusses the importance of surrounding yourself with positive influences, and seeking out fulfilling careers. For more about Shawn’s work, visit: http://www.ddmacs.ca/ Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ ...
ADHD & Entrepreneurs, with Shawn Smith, Me.D., CCC | EDB 120
March 21, 2018 20:44 - 16 minutes - 32.8 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman welcomes back regular guest Shawn Smith, Me.D., CCC. Shawn is a successful entrepreneur, a neurodiversity advocate and consultant, and founder of Don’t Dis-my-Ability. Shawn discusses his own history struggling and succeeding with ADHD, the importance of neurodiversity to a workplace, and why entrepreneurship was the answer to his search for a lasting career. For more about Shawn’s work, visit: http://www.ddmacs.ca/ Follow Different Brains on social media...
The Biggest Mistake Autism Parents Make, with Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D. | EDB 119
March 07, 2018 22:57 - 15 minutes - 31 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D.. Dr. Trocchio is an autism educator, consultant, and DIR/Floortime provider. Dr. Trocchio discusses the need for people to learn the interests of and relate to people on the spectrum, and answers the question of what the biggest mistake the parents of kids with autism make. For more about Dr. Jennie Trocchio, visit: https://www.drjennietk.com/ Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.c...
Autism and the DIR/Floortime Method, with Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D. | EDB 118
March 01, 2018 16:10 - 21 minutes - 42.4 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Jennie Trocchio, Ph.D.. Dr. Trocchio is an autism educator, consultant, and DIR/Floortime provider. She explains what the DIR/Floortime method is, discusses how her time as a school teacher caused her to look for ways of better educating children, and talks about the importance of finding out what a child with autism is interested in. For more about Dr. Jennie Trocchio, visit: https://www.drjennietk.com/ Follow Different Brains on social media:...
Tips for Preventing Alzheimer’s, with Seth Keller, M.D. of the AADMD | EDB 117
February 21, 2018 15:57 - 18 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with Seth Keller, M.D.. Dr. Keller is Co-Chair of the AADMD’s National Task Group on Intellectual Disabilities and Dementia Practices, the first neurologist elected president of the AADMD (American Academy of Developmental Medicine and Dentistry), as well as a member of the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and the Academy of Neurology. Seth offers some simple steps to help stave off Alzheimer’s, ...
The Link Between Concussions, Alzheimer’s, & Dementia, w/ Seth Keller, M.D. | EDB 116
February 15, 2018 15:27 - 21 minutes - 41 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Seth Keller, M.D.. Dr. Keller is Co-Chair of the AADMD’s National Task Group on Intellectual Disabilities and Dementia Practices, the first neurologist elected president of the AADMD (American Academy of Developmental Medicine and Dentistry), as well as a member of the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and the Academy of Neurology. Seth discusses the importance of medical professionals understanding people with ...
The Nonverbal Teen Author with Autism, with Matteo and Annette Musso | EDB 115
February 08, 2018 02:56 - 26 minutes - 51.6 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Matteo and Annette Musso. Matteo is an author who also happens to be a nonverbal teen on the autism spectrum. He is joined by his mother Annette, which assists him with his communication. Matteo discusses what got him writing, and what he wants people to get from his story. Annette also discusses her support for Matteo, and her experiences as a mother to someone nonverbal. For more about Matteo, his books, and his “Mondays with Matteo” video se...
Battling The Opioid Crisis, w/ Professor Bankole Johnson | EDB 114
January 31, 2018 23:21 - 16 minutes - 30.2 MBIn the second installment of a two part interview, Hackie Reitman, M.D. welcomes back 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 th...
Thinking Differently About Treating Alcoholism, w/ Prof. Bankole Johnson | EDB 113
January 25, 2018 17:35 - 26 minutes - 52 MBIn the first installment of a two part interview, Hackie Reitman, M.D. welcomes back 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...
What Everyone Needs to Know About Medical Ethics, with Danielle Paciulli, MA, DPS | EDB 112
January 17, 2018 21:38 - 18 minutes - 36.4 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman is joined again by Danielle Paciulli, MA, DPS, a Clinical Ethics Consultant in New York. Danielle discusses what patients should know to avoid ethical dilemmas in their care, and the role ethicists play in new medical developments. To contact Danielle, e-mail her at: [email protected] Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ Check out more episodes of Exploring Different Brains...
An Introduction to Medical Ethics, with Danielle Paciulli, MA, DPS | EDB 111
January 04, 2018 04:01 - 17 minutes - 35.1 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Danielle Paciulli, MA, DPS, a Clinical Ethics Consultant in New York. Danielle discusses the four basic principles of health care ethics, and looks at two cases that exemplify the need for ethics in hospitals. To contact Danielle, e-mail her at: [email protected] Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ Check out more episodes of Exploring Different Brains! http://...
2017 in Review, Part 2: Understanding & Supporting Neurodiversity | EDB 110
December 27, 2017 19:23 - 10 minutes - 21.5 MBIn part two of a special two part episode of Exploring Different Brains, Hackie Reitman, M.D. presents words of wisdom from some of the great guests the show has had in 2017. For second first part, we are focusing on the parents, researchers, specialists and advocates that are working to help create a world of acceptance for those of us with different brains: Chris Stout, PsyD. (clinical psychologist, a philanthropist, entrepreneur, author, podcast host, a founding member of the Center for Gl...
2017 in Review, Part 1: Inspiration for the Neurodiverse | EDB 109
December 20, 2017 22:53 - 9 minutes - 19 MBIn part one of a special two part episode of Exploring Different Brains, Hackie Reitman, M.D. presents a handful of the great guests the show has had in 2017. For our first part, we are focusing on the amazing neurodiverse individuals we have been fortunate enough to speak with: Dr. Stephen Shore (author, autism advocate, board member for Autism Speaks, and professor at Adelphi University), David Grant (brain injury, the founder and publisher of TBI HOPE Magazine), Tom McGranahan Jr. (author ...
Building the Foundations of Learning, with Bob Sornson, Ph.D. | EDB 108
December 06, 2017 22:36 - 24 minutes - 47.4 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Bob Sornson, Ph.D.. Bob is the founder of the Early Learning Foundation, and is a former classroom teacher and school administrator. Bob discusses how he came to form the Early Learning Foundation, the work it does with schools and community agencies, and how he thinks society can give every child the chance to have a successful educational experience. For more about Bob and the Early Learning Foundation, visit: http://earlylearningfoundation.c...
The Chocolate Spectrum: Autism Employment One Sweet at a Time, w/ Valerie Herskowitz | EDB 107
November 29, 2017 21:05 - 27 minutes - 52.3 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Valerie Herskowitz, who has been a speech pathologist and language specialist for 38 years and is the founder of the Chocolate Spectrum, a chocolate shop in Jupiter, Florida that is staffed by people on the Autism Spectrum. Valerie speaks to us about how the Chocolate Spectrum came about, the challenges she and other parents face in finding work for their adult children on the spectrum, and the importance to early exposure to career paths. For ...
Helping Different Brains Around the World, with Dr. Chris Stout | EDB 106
November 22, 2017 22:31 - 25 minutes - 49.3 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Chris Stout, PsyD., PhD. Dr. Stout is a clinical psychologist, a philanthropist, entrepreneur, author, podcast host, a founding member of the Center for Global Initiatives, and the vice president of research and data analytics for ATI. He discusses the importance of mental health as the foundation for the success of all cultures, humanitarian work throughout the world, and what it was like working for the United Nations. For more on Dr. Stout, ...
Achieving Goals with ADHD, with Lynn Miner-Rosen | EDB 105
November 15, 2017 22:02 - 24 minutes - 47.8 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Lynn Miner-Rosen, M.Ed., BCC, CDCS. Lynn is a Board Certified ADHD Coach and Career Coach for College Students and Young Adults. She also has personal experience with learning disabilities as a person with ADHD, and a parent. Lynn discusses how she thinks people with ADHD and other neurodiverse conditions can best transition into careers, and the things parents and society can do to best support those individuals. For more about Lynn, visit: ht...
Success for the Twice Exceptional, with Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman | EDB 104
November 08, 2017 21:47 - 27 minutes - 52.5 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman. Dr. Thurman is a Professor at the University of Northern Colorado and a private education consultant. She is also a survivor of a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Dr. Thurman defined what “twice-exception” people are, highlights the challenges they face, and discusses her own recovery from a TBI. To contact Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman, email her at: [email protected] Follow Different Brains on social media: http...
Documenting Neurodiversity: Advocating Accessibility Through Film, with Dan Habib | EDB 103
November 01, 2017 19:22 - 18 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman continues his conversation with parent, filmmaker, and disability advocate Dan Habib. Dan is the creator of the award-winning documentary films Including Samuel, Who Cares About Kelsey?, Mr. Connolly Has ALS, and many other short films on disability-related topics. Habib is a filmmaker at the University of New Hampshire's Institute on Disability. His newest film is Intelligent Lives. In 2014, Habib was appointed by President Barack Obama to the President's ...
Raising a Child with Cerebral Palsy, with Dan Habib | EDB 102
October 25, 2017 21:32 - 19 minutes - 16.1 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with parent, filmmaker, and disability advocate Dan Habib. Dan is the creator of the award-winning documentary films Including Samuel, Who Cares About Kelsey?, Mr. Connolly Has ALS, and many other short films on disability-related topics. Habib is a filmmaker at the University of New Hampshire's Institute on Disability. His newest film is Intelligent Lives. In 2014, Habib was appointed by President Barack Obama to the President's Committee for People...
Housing on the Autism Spectrum, with Denise Resnik of First Place AZ and SARRC | EDB 101
October 18, 2017 21:19 - 27 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Denise Resnick. Denise is the Founder, President, and Board Chair of First Place AZ-a nonprofit dedicate to developing new, innovative housing options for adults with autism and other special abilities, as well as co-founder of SARRC (Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center). Denise discusses the First Place AZ mission, her own experiences with an adult child on the autism spectrum, and supporting individuals with autism and their families t...
What is Different Brains? Advocating for Neurodiversity From Autism to Alzheimer | EDB 100
October 12, 2017 01:24 - 20 minutes - 17.9 MBIn this special 100th episode of Exploring Different Brains, Hackie Reitman, M.D. explains what Different Brains stands for through the words of some of our amazing past guests. Featured in this episode are: Bankole A. Johnson, DSc, MD, MBChB, MPhil, FRCPsych, DFAPA, Dip-ABAM, Dip-ABDA, FACFEI (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, and was featured on...
Fostering Self-Advocacy in People with Autism, with Michael McManmon, Ed.D. | EDB 99
October 04, 2017 22:00 - 23 minutes - 19 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Michael McManmon, Ed.D.. Michael is a speaker, writer, artist psychologist, and founder of the College Internship Program (CIP)—a post-secondary program serving students with Asperger’s Syndrome, autism, high functioning autism, ADHD, and other learning differences. In this episode, Michael discusses the College Internship Program’s mission, his own Autism diagnosis, and the importance of businesses embracing neurodiversity. For more about CIP,...
CIP: Helping the Neurodiverse Find Careers, with Michael McManmon, Ed.D. | EDB 98
September 27, 2017 22:19 - 22 minutes - 18.5 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Michael McManmon, Ed.D.. Michael is a speaker, writer, artist psychologist, and founder of the College Internship Program (CIP)—a post-secondary program serving students with Asperger’s Syndrome, autism, high functioning autism, ADHD, and other learning differences. In this episode, Michael discusses the College Internship Program’s mission, his own Autism diagnosis, and the importance of businesses embracing neurodiversity. For more about CIP,...
Caring For Your Mental Health, with Lori Butts J.D., PH.D. | EDB 97
September 20, 2017 23:13 - 15 minutes - 16.1 MBIn 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, about mental health. Dr. Butts discusses what mental health is, the importance of awareness of psychological needs, and the importance of ending stigma related to mental health challenges. For more about Dr. Lori Butts, visit: www.cfiexperts.com Follow Different Brains on social media: ht...
Resiliency: Developing Emotional Strength Through Perseverance, with Debbie Manigat | EDB 96
September 07, 2017 14:48 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBIn this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Debbie Origho Manigat, M.S., DMFT(c). Debbie is a Wellness Counselor, a Mental Health Advocate, and a Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. She is also one of the board members of Different Brains. Debbie discusses the importance of resiliency, common struggles related to postpartum depression, and the concept of mindfulness. For more about Debbie, visit: DMEmpowers.com Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbr...
Infant Mental Health: Supporting Early Emotional Development, with Debbie Manigat | EDB 95
August 30, 2017 19:56 - 23 minutes - 22.8 MBIn this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Debbie Origho Manigat, M.S., DMFT(c). Debbie is a Wellness Counselor, a Mental Health Advocate, and a Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. She is also one of the board members of Different Brains. Debbie discusses the impact trauma can have on early childhood development, the concept of A.C.E.s (Adverse Childhood Experiences), and the repercussions of parental mental health on children. For more about Debbie, visit: DMEmpowers.com Follo...
Autism and Employment, with Dr. Temple Grandin | EDB 94
August 23, 2017 22:14 - 15 minutes - 13.1 MBIn this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with celebrated autism advocate and author Dr. Temple Grandin. The two, who have previously met and presented along side each other at conferences, had a chance encounter in an airport that they decided to turn into an episode of Exploring Different Brains. Because of this the audio of this episode is not up to our normal standards, but we hope you will still enjoy it and benefit from Dr. Grandin’s wise words. She discusses the importance of people...
Understanding Alzheimer's and Parkinson's at the Cellular Level, w/ Dr. Malav Trivedi | EDB 93
August 16, 2017 18:01 - 24 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this episode, Harold Reitman, MD speaks with Malay Trivedi. Dr. Trivedi is an Assistant Professor at Nova Southeastern University, and a researcher in their Center for Collaborative Research (CCR). He discusses the importance of nutrition for the neurodiverse, challenges that the neurodiverse community face, and the impact of brain trauma. For more about Dr. Trivedi, check out his professor profile at Nova here: https://pharmapps.nova.edu/profile.cfm?BioID=mtrivedi For more about Nova Sou...
The Science Behind Neurodiversity, with Dr. Malav Trivedi | EDB 92
August 16, 2017 17:39 - 23 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Malav S. Trivedi, B.S., M.S., Ph.D.. Dr. Trivedi is an Assistant Professor at Nova Southeastern University, and a researcher in their Center for Collaborative Research. He discusses what epigenetic are, explores the cellular basis of conditions considered neurodiverse, and elaborates on the important research happening at Nova Southeastern University on the brain. For more about Dr. Trivedi, check out his professor profile at Nova here: https...
What is Schizophrenia? with Lori Butts J.D., PH.D. | EDB 91
July 26, 2017 19:34 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBIn 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, about Schizophrenia. Dr. Butts discusses what Schizophrenia is, what common treatments are, and demystifies common stereotypes about people with the condition. Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ Check out mor...
Denise's List: Empowering the Parents of Children with Autism, with Denise Karp | EDB 90
July 19, 2017 20:39 - 23 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this episode, Harold Reitman, M.D. speaks with Denise Karp, autism advocate and founder of the yahoo autism parent’s group Denise’s List. Denise discusses her own son’s journey growing up on the spectrum, how and why she created her online group, the challenges parents have securing resources, and the importance of spreading knowledge about autism. For more about Denise’s List, check out their home page: yahoo.groups.com/deniseslist Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitt...
Understanding Bipolar Disorder, with Dr. Lori Butts | EDB 89
July 12, 2017 20:18 - 13 minutes - 12.9 MBIn 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, about Bipolar disorder. Dr. Butts discusses what bipolar is, what common treatments are, and highlights the importance of support for individuals with the disorder. For more about Dr. Lori Butts, visit: www.cfiexperts.com Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbr...
National Down Syndrome Society: Protecting Civil Rights of Different Brains, w/ Sara Weir | EDB 88
July 05, 2017 22:35 - 16 minutes - 14.3 MBIn this episode, Dr. Hackie Reitman speaks with Sara Hart Weir, President of the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS). The National Down Syndrome Society is the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome. NDSS provides state-of-the-art, comprehensive programming to all individuals with Down syndrome and their families with four main areas of programming which include: the National Advocacy & Policy Center, the National Buddy Walk® Program, Community Outreach and...
The World’s First Tourettes Superhero, with Jess Thom of Touretteshero | EDB 87
June 28, 2017 17:05 - 14 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this episode, Hackie Reitman, MD. continues his conversation with Jess Thom. Jess was diagnosed with Tourette’s syndrome at the age of 20, and is the co-founder of Touretteshero, as well as an artist, playworker, fundraiser. Jess tells her about her close friendship with Touretteshero, her history in the theater, and how Tourette’s syndrome opened up a new doorway to expression for her. For more about Jess Thom and Touretteshero, visit: Touretteshero.com NOTE- Jess has Tourette syndrome...
What is Tourette’s Syndrome? with Jess Thom of Touretteshero | EDB 86
June 21, 2017 21:49 - 19 minutes - 16.2 MBIn this episode, Hackie Reitman, MD. speaks with Jessica Thom. Jess was diagnosed with Tourette’s syndrome at the age of 20, and is the co-founder of Touretteshero, as well as an artist, playworker, fundraiser. She defines what Tourette’s is, highlights some of the personal challenges it presents her, discusses its relationship to neurodiversity in general, and explains the important role receiving a diagnosis played in her life. Look for part two of her interview coming soon! NOTE- Jess has...
Tips for Life After a After a Traumatic Brain Injury, with David A. Grant of TBI HOPE | EDB 85
June 14, 2017 20:02 - 24 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this episode, Hackie Reitman, MD. continues his conversation 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 advice on living life after a brain injury, the impact a TBI can have on a family, and how his injury has changed his perspective on life. Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.c...
TBI Hope: Persevering After a Traumatic Brain Injury, with David A. Grant | EDB 84
June 07, 2017 21:14 - 22 minutes - 18.2 MBIn 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 media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/...
Uniting Physician Perspectives for Neurodiversity | EDB 83
May 31, 2017 22:37 - 25 minutes - 24.3 MBIn 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’...
What Everyone Should Know About Epilepsy, with Tom McGranahan, Jr. | EDB 82
May 24, 2017 21:17 - 16 minutes - 14.2 MBIn 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/ ...
Living with Epilepsy, with Tom McGranahan, Jr. | EDB 81
May 17, 2017 19:46 - 15 minutes - 13.2 MBIn 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 media:...
Discovering the Gifts of Different Brains, with Dr. Gail Saltz | EDB 80
May 10, 2017 19:36 - 20 minutes - 19 MBIn 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 Power of Different: Appreciating the Talent in Neurodiversity, w/ Dr. Gail Saltz | EDB 79
May 03, 2017 21:18 - 20 minutes - 17.8 MBIn 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 Dis...
Parent Advocates: Supporting Kids on the Autism Spectrum, w/ Stacey Hoaglund | EDB 78
April 26, 2017 21:19 - 23 minutes - 23.2 MBIn 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 educati...
Respecting Individuality on the Autism Spectrum, w/ Michael Alessandri, Ph.D. | EDB 77
April 19, 2017 18:46 - 23 minutes - 22.1 MBIn 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 spectr...
Uniting the Autism Community, with Dr. Michael Alessandri of UM-NSU CARD | EDB 76
April 12, 2017 19:41 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBIn 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 c...