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Autism Unmasked

Autism Unmasked

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Everyone has a story. Every voice deserves to be heard. This podcast is dedicated to empowering autistic self-advocates by sharing valuable resources, amplifying lived experiences, and fostering a sense of community and understanding. Through a blend of expert insights and personal narratives, each episode explores topics that matter to autistic individuals navigating everyday life. Pull up a chair, let’s unmask it together.
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The Curious Incident Podcast

Adam Dayan NYC Special Education Attorney

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This podcast is intended to be a resource for special needs families. NYC Special Education Attorney Adam Dayan, Founder of Law Offices of Adam Dayan, PLLC, will be interviewing experts in the field of special education who can be resources to parents whose children are struggling educationally and who are seeking guidance about what steps to take next.
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Once we discover we’re both Autistic and ADHD, it feels like we’ve unlocked the key to everything. But then we bump up against the real question—how do we actually use this key? We’re left wondering: How do we get out of burnout instead of just reading about it? What does unmasking look like in your 30s, 40s or 50s? How do we make ‘simple’ things actually feel simple? I’m Adria Sophia Melichar, an AuDHD coach with over a decade helping hundreds who don’t fit the mold to find their own ways f ...
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Welcome to (RE)FRAMED the official podcast from Reframing Autism! We are so excited to launch (RE)FRAMED in mid-2023 as our second podcast iteration! Reframing Autism is an Australian, Autistic-led charity which provides educational resources and opportunities to the Autistic and autism communities, and amplifies diverse Autistic voices across our platforms. Through our podcast we hope to centre our Autistic stories, share our knowledge and contribute to conversations impacting us, our commu ...
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Unmasking Autism with AFO

Autism Foundation of OKlahoma

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- TRIGGER WARNING-This podcast will discuss autism, suicide, mental health, and wellness, among other topics, with autistic individuals and different professionals with the goal of unmasking stereotypes, increasing awareness, advocating for mental health and wellness, and attempting to shatter the stigmas of these topics through conversation and personal experience. The Autism Foundation of Oklahoma (AFO), www.autismfoundationok.org, @AutismfoundationOK, strives to improve the lives of Oklah ...
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Hoots Who

The Owl Centre

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Welcome to Hoots Who, The Owl Centre’s Neurodiversity Podcast. Join us as we explore heartfelt stories, insightful anecdotes, and practical tips from the remarkable people who make up our neurodiversity team. From our dedicated staff members to the inspirational colleagues we collaborate with, each episode brings you closer to the world of neurodiversity, celebrating the unique perspectives and strengths that make us who we are.
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Exploring mental health and mental illness from the inside out. Mental illness is already struggle. Living with comorbidity issues seems nearly impossible. They present unique factors when attempting to advocate and get healthy. This podcast investigates the issues from both sides of the desk. Prompted by my late psychologist we provide episodes during episodes. Officially diagnosed with Autism, Bipolar, OCD, ADHD and more. This is an unprofessional analysis, along with mental illness expert ...
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The Moody Divergent.

The Moody-Divergent

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Burnout. Boundaries. Bullsh*t. If you’ve ever felt unseen, unheard, or just done with the noise, you’re in the right place. I’m Moody, autistic, ADHD, and human first. This isn’t self-help, it’s self-truth. One week I’ll take you into the deep end, heartbreak, betrayal, healing, the kind of grief that cracks you open. The next, it’s rants, spirals, and tearing apart the everyday bullsh*t we all live through. We talk masking and meltdowns, love, loss, ageing, identity, and the quiet parts of ...
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South Florida moms, Brenda and Kristi, candidly discuss MOTHERHOOD and AUTISM while balancing heels, cocktails, and meltdowns. They share the challenges and triumphs that define the parenting journey of their own special needs sons (autism spectrum disorder + CHRNA7 genetic duplication). Together, they provide community support and a lifeline to parents of newly diagnosed children, teens, and adults. Guests bring essential professional information to educate and empower families. The blondes ...
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Spark Launch: Neurodiversity Ignited

SparkLaunch.org, Mike Cornell, Chaya Mallavaram

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You’ve landed at Spark Launch — the guide star for embracing what it means to be neurodiverse. Hosted by Chaya Mallavaram (the artsy ADHD brain behind Spark Launch) and Mike Cornell (a peer support specialist who reminds us that imperfection is where the magic happens), this podcast dives deep into the messy, beautiful, and often challenging realities of neurodivergent life. Each episode blends personal stories with expert insights to tackle issues affecting our community, such as mental hea ...
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Takiwātanga, Love Not Cure; Exploring autism one strength at a time. This is a podcast about autism stories. Takiwātanga is the Te Reo Māori for autism. From 'tōku/tōna anō takiwā' - 'my/his/her own time and space'. www.takiwatanga.org.nz ------------------------------ Support our here: https://bit.ly/Takiwatangashirts ----------------------------- #Takiwatanga, #autismawareness, #autism, #lovenotcure
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Welcome to The Unfinished Idea—the podcast that opens up real conversations about neurodiversity, ADHD, autism, and raising neurodivergent children. What’s it really like parenting a child with ADHD and autism? How do neurodivergent individuals experience and navigate the world? Here, you’ll find practical tips, encouragement, and honest stories about the joys, challenges, and everyday realities of life in a neurodiverse family. I’m Greer—a mom of two boys (and two dogs!), raising a child wi ...
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The Apparently Autistic Podcast

Keith and Bridget Holloway

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Welcome to the Apparently Autistic Podcast! Our goal is to unmask the spectrum with real voices and real experiences. On the podcast, we hope to educate people about autism, and provide our personal experiences as well as advice and strategies both from a neurodivergent and neurotypical point of view.
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Tina and Ann met as journalists covering a capital murder trial, 15 years ago. Tina has been a tv and radio personality and has three children. Ann has a master's in counseling and has worked in the jail system, was a director of a battered woman's shelter/rape crisis center, worked as an assistant director at a school for children with autism, worked with abused kids and is currently raising her three children who have autism. She also is autistic and was told would not graduate high school ...
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Neurothrivergent

Neurothrivergent

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A late-diagnosed Autistic ADHDer, navigating life post-diagnosis and reflecting on her own experiences as a neurodivergent women in the 21st century. Chatting all things ADHD, Autism and more, in the hopes of helping others to feel less alone and empowered to live their best neurodivergent lives as neurothrivergents. Follow on Instagram: @Neurothrivergent
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Tami Simon, Founder and Publisher of Sounds True interviews spiritual teachers, visionary writers, and living luminaries about their newest work and current challenges—the growing edge of their inner inquiry and outer contribution to the world.
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The meademusing’s Podcast

Oluwatoyin Oluwaseun-apo

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The Meade Musings podcast is dedicated to raising awareness about societal issues that are often not discussed openly. Many individuals face challenges that affect their emotional, psychological, mental, and physical health and wellbeing. These issues include infertility/involuntary childlessness, living with disabilities or debilitating illnesses, homelessness, and coping with abusive partners. By recognizing and sharing experiences of real People in abusive relationships and other everyday ...
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The name “Neurodiversity Voices” suggests a platform or initiative dedicated to amplifying the perspectives and experiences of neurodiverse individuals. It implies a focus on inclusivity and representation, where the unique voices of people with different neurological conditions, such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and others, are highlighted and celebrated. The name conveys a sense of community and advocacy, aiming to foster understanding and acceptance of neurodiversity by sharing personal sto ...
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Memorial Health Radio

Memorial (Ohio) Health System

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Listen to our experts talk about topics that concern you. Our conversations range from health topics with our providers and specialists, to current news and updates at the health system. We hope you will share this with your friends and family too!
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Welcome to Unmask Your Mind, the podcast where we break down mental health stigmas, uncover the truth about neurodivergence, and explore the impact of trauma—one conversation at a time. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, mental health professional, or someone seeking to better understand yourself and the people around you, this show is for anyone passionate about creating a world where everyone’s unique brain is valued, understood, and supported. Each episode is packed with practical strategi ...
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Calling all Solopreneurs, Independent Hairstylists and Salon Suite Owners and independent beauty professionals - Inspiration, Information and actionable tips to help you grow your business behind and beyond the chair, and consciously create your best and most abundant life.
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Please SEND help's Podcast

please SEND help with Robyn & Sarah

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Two SEND mums winging life, trying to keep the kids alive and ourselves sane. A relaxed podcast about everything SEND and how WE navigate this journey. From the little wins in life down to wiping the sh*t off your walls. This is a podcast for anyone who has a little bit of dark humour in them and uses this as a coping mechanism (or not!). We know how important it is to have a village when it comes to our SEND children and we would love for you to be a part of this village!
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The SEND Sofa

Tahnee Morgan

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One day last year after another overwhelming morning trying to get my distressed SEND son into school, I came home, slumped on the sofa and sobbed. I was at my wits’ end. I didn’t think I could do it a second longer. It made me think of all the other struggling SEND parents out there, possibly on their sofas, crying too. If I felt overwhelmed, so did they. If I was struggling, perhaps I wasn’t alone. The responsibility and pressure of raising a SEND child can sometimes be too much. How could ...
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Looking For Some Mid-Week Inspiration? Get a fresh perspective from people from around the globe. If By Chance showcases change makers. It’s a platform to raise awareness and connect people to the resources they need to amplify their impact. New podcast episodes every Wednesday FOLLOW ► Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hellohuman.global/) Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hellohuman-global) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/HelloHuman.global) CREDITS 🎙️ Voiceover provided by Ke ...
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The Women Empowered Podcast is intended for all women who want to learn, grow, and empower themselves. The podcast covers various topics that can help women in their personal and professional lives, such as entrepreneurship, career growth, leadership, self-care, and personal development. It is suitable for women of all ages, backgrounds, and professions who seek inspiration, motivation, and strategies to achieve their goals. Women Empowered podcast will cover a wide range of topics that empo ...
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Autie Unmasked A 50 year old autistic woman and her neurodiverse brain tells her story. https://laedawson.substack.com/ Lucy has become part of the Autistic Radio family. Her substack is a resource and an entertainment. Once you hear her you will need this link to read and hear more https://laedawson.substack.com/ 4.44 PM Every Sunday, Drop in All …
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In our first full-length episode of Autism Unmasked, we’re breaking down the process of requesting accommodations at school, at work, and beyond. Our guest, Autumn Reely, Director of Special Education and Student Services for the Camp Hill, PA School District, shares practical tips, real-world examples, and advice to help you navigate each stage of…
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Someone asks you to work an event, attend a party, give feedback on something. You feel this pressure to decide right there - but your brain literally can't. Sound familiar? Welcome to the AuDHD processing paradox. Your ADHD side instantly reads their urgency. Your Autistic side needs time to process your own feelings. You're caught between their i…
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CHECK OUT UNFINISHED RESOURCES & MERCH! What if even the simplest request—like “put on your shoes”—triggered a fight-or-flight response? For families raising a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), this is everyday reality. Misunderstood, under-researched, and often dismissed, PDA presents unique challenges for both children and parents n…
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Send us a text Tina and Ann explore the complex relationship between joy and grief, examining how these seemingly opposite emotions often coexist and even strengthen each other. They share personal stories of experiencing both simultaneously and discuss strategies for allowing both emotions to breathe. • Joy and grief create an emotional tug of war…
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If you’re anything like me, you learned how masking can harm the mental health of your Autistic clients….and then you never learned anything to put in its place. This leaves a huge gap for our Autistic clients who need us to know how to support their social and emotional well-being in an affirming way. Today’s guest, Katrina Martin, Ph.D., helps us…
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Explore the scientific evidence for reincarnation with renowned University of Virginia researcher Dr. Jim B. Tucker and host Tami Simon, as they reflect on the thousands of cases of children’s past-life memories. Is the survival of a self beyond physical death just a wishful notion? For decades, psychiatrist and researcher Jim B. Tucker has continu…
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Hosts Paul Cruz and Gino Akbari interview Michelle Steiner, a writer, photographer, paraeducator, and disability advocate who lives with an invisible disability. Despite being told what she couldn’t do, Michelle has forged her own path—earning her degree, publishing widely in outlets like The Mighty and Word Gathering, and building a career support…
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Austin psychotherapist Lisa Modur to talk about misunderstood childhood ADHD, self‑stigma, perfectionism, and how “mom‑wine culture” became a coping tool before treatment and long‑term recovery reshaped her life, relationships, and parenting. We Also Cover: ADHD and specialized schooling Feeling “less than,” comparison,…
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Charlotte Forsyth is Chief Commercial Officer at the Owl Centre. She champions accessible pathways to autism and ADHD assessment, helping families and individuals understand their rights and options. In this episode, Charlotte Forsyth explains the NHS “Right to Choose” process and how it applies to autism and ADHD assessments. She breaks down what …
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You stare at your computer tabs with a completely blank brain. The "simple" phone call feels impossible. (Everyone else just picks up the phone - what's wrong with you?) Nothing's wrong with you. Your brain is seeing all the hidden executive function steps that others don't even notice. You're not managing one neurodivergent brain - you're mediatin…
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What if everything you thought was “just your personality” turned out to be ADHD? For many late-diagnosed adults, that lightbulb moment brings both relief and grief. Laurie’s story shines a light on what it means to navigate identity, unmasking, and daily life with ADHD in a world that often misunderstands neurodivergence. Meet Laurie Faulkner, a c…
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Send us a text Ron Souers joins us to explore how ADHD minds can transform perceived weaknesses into remarkable strengths through self-discovery, mindfulness, and acceptance. We examine the experience of navigating a neurotypical world with a neurodivergent brain and uncover practical strategies for harnessing ADHD's unique capabilities. • ADHD is …
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This bonus episode is just for the parents you support, and it is all about meltdowns. A meltdown is a full body response to feeling overwhelmed. In a meltdown, our kids' nervous systems are in survival mode. They are going to fight for their lives or flee for safety. One way or another, they are physically releasing the energy of their intense emo…
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In the second half of Acharya Shunya’s talk, she shares her personal journey from tradition to transformation, offering practical tools and Vedic insights to help us embrace our greater purpose here. Through her personal experiences, practical guidance, and teachings from her lineage, Acharya Shunya offers us a roadmap to awakening and living a mor…
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Support The Neurodiversity Voices Podcast on Apple Podcasts Become a valued supporter of The Neurodiversity Voices Podcast by subscribing on Apple Podcasts! As a subscriber, you’ll gain exclusive 72-hour early access to every new episode before it’s released to the public. Your subscription not only gives you a first listen to inspiring conversatio…
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In this episode of The Curious Incident Podcast, Special Education Attorney Adam Dayan welcomes Jennifer Susser, Admissions Head at West End Day School in Manhattan. Drawing on nearly 30 years as a clinical social worker, Jennifer shares her path to West End Day and highlights the school’s distinctive approach to creating a nurturing environment fo…
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Alex Stratikis Explores Europe by Eurail / Interail Train Pass over one Month In this First episode He sets off London to Paris Visit his page for travel tips and armchair adventures... AutismAdventuresAbroad.com Listen to podcasts Link HERE ...... Autistic Radio also Hosts: Autistic Adult Drop In 4.44 PM Every Sunday, Welcome page and link to join…
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Jules has the opportunity to receive post diagnostic support from Sarah Gardiner through Autism Initiatives. "I felt I was receiving the gold standard of empathetic inclusion." "Sarah the facilitator is some-one to learn from" Next episode the-late-late-diagnosis-show-ep4 The funders request for a Meaningful input from Autistic People has been inte…
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Dr. Pritika Bernice Gonsalves, a child psychologist and EAP specialist, to discuss the nuances of neurodiversity and mental health from a cross-cultural perspective between India and the United States. Dr. Gonsalves shares her experiences with the state of ADHD awareness in India, how patriarchal norms affect diagnosis …
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https://www.facebook.com/AutisticRevolution Autistic-revolution-digital-magazine-launch-issueWhat an amazing couple of days. We are so grateful to have launched the magazine. We have had more than 600 views of the magazine within 24 hours! Thank you for the shares and likes. You all are AMAZING!A huge amount of love and spoons goes to Jenny Loughra…
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You can spot when someone's uncomfortable from three tables away and immediately start problem-solving. But mention that the restaurant music is literally painful? Suddenly you're "being dramatic." Sound exhausting? Welcome to the AuDHD sensitivity paradox. Here's what nobody tells you: What if "too sensitive" was never about you being fragile? Wha…
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What happens when a system designed to support children with additional needs fails them instead? Across the UK, families are facing rejected applications, endless bureaucracy, and years of waiting for vital services. Behind the statistics are real children, real parents, and stories of resilience and determination. Today we dive into the fight for…
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Send us a text Tamar Blue, founder and CEO of Mental Happy, shares how she transformed her personal struggles with anxiety into a groundbreaking digital platform for accessible mental health support. Her HIPAA-compliant service provides expert-led support groups where people of all backgrounds can find community healing without financial barriers o…
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We are back with a bright, glittery, colorful, and inclusive dose of hope for your professional practices. Our guest Emily Zimmer is one of the most creative, inclusive speech language therapists you’ll find. And in this episode she teaches us how we can all access more creativity in how we connect with our neurodivergent clients. One of Emily’s pr…
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Adult support from Inspiring Minds Scotland Sean and Leila co-operate to achieve legacy by creating an Authentically Informed Autistic Support Service. another episode including AKD 2024 04 29 Autistic-Knowledge-Development-Sean-Leila-a-Seat-at-The-Table-EP8-20240429 https://autisticknowledgedevelopment.org/ https://inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/au…
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Acharya Shunya joins Tami Simon to explore Vedic perspectives on reincarnation, the journey of the soul, and the deeper meaning behind life, death, and rebirth. Are you curious about what happens after we die? This week’s episode continues our series of talks on reincarnation. Here, Tami Simon joins Acharya Shunya, a trailblazing Vedic teacher and …
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Advocacy needs effective Allies. Ramon is just that. A leader in the revolution willing to bring us alongside as partners. Clear straight to the point and passionate. Linked personally to the community through family. We discuss the political change required to fully include autistic people and their allies. 4.44 PM Every Sunday, Drop in All welcom…
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This episode shares the inspiring journey of Scott Whitney, the director of All for Inclusion, as he recounts his story of resilience and adaptation after facing life-altering health challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Following severe back pain and a rapid health decline, Scott was diagnosed with functional neurological disorder, a condition …
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Hosts Paul Cruz and Gino Akbari sit down with Janelle Peters (Mental Health Counsellor) and Amy Bujak (Social Worker) from Coast Mental Health’s Brain Training Team. Together, they explore how cognitive remediation and neuroplasticity empower individuals to overcome challenges with attention, memory, and executive functioning. From practical compen…
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Mike and Chaya sit down with Dr. Mandi Davis Skerbetz, co-founder of Sage School of Dallas, who has dedicated her career to reshaping how we support neurodivergent and twice-exceptional students. Dr. Skerbetz shares how she identified gaps in public, private, and charter institutions, the hard reality for parents forced to pick between academic or …
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You were labeled the "shy kid" growing up. Now you're wondering - was that really shyness, or was something else happening? If you've ever thought "I wasn't antisocial, I just needed different things" or felt confused about why you desperately wanted friends but found social situations so draining, this episode is for you. There's a specific patter…
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Did you know that children with ADHD often hear over 20,000 corrective messages by the age of 10? Imagine the weight of that shame and self-doubt as they enter the already turbulent teenage years. For parents raising neurodivergent teens, the shift from childhood to adolescence can feel like everything changes overnight. But you’re not alone in thi…
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Send us a text What happens when love continues beyond goodbye? Tony Stewart's journey with his wife Lynn reveals a profound truth many of us fear facing: grief's deepest waters can hold unexpected beauty. Tony's memoir "Carrying the Tiger" chronicles their 30-year love story that evolved through creative pursuits, global adventures across India an…
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Dannys-People-Memoir-Manifesto-Autism Thank you, Dr. Virginia Bovell and thank you,Dr. Colette Ryan. I hope people will have a look at the book above after hearing the conversation. Jules-AutisticRadio.com "It's lovely when your guests come and do your job for you, describing what we're here for on autistic radio. To bring together people who come …
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Join Tami Simon and Andrew Holecek for the second half of their exploration of reincarnation. Here, they delve deeper into Tibetan Buddhist perspectives on death, rebirth, and the power of “dark retreat” practice, revealing practical guidance for navigating everyday life. What happens after we die? And what do habits have to do with the process? In…
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Ramon is an Autism Lead Officer with a wide portfolio of responsibilities He is an ally to Neuro-divergent people and translates the Autistic experience and explains it for those who work as professionals in Autism. Publication - Consultation analysis Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill: consultation analysisSearchSearch About To…
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