Universally Unique with Dr. Lori Noto, Ph.D.: Exploring the Neurodiverse World of the Extraordinary

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We will discuss Chyenne’s journey of discovery as a neurodivergent individual. Chyenne is an APRN with a clinical focus on chronic infections, medical cannabis consulting, and energy & vibrational medicine. She is committed to identifying the knowledge gaps in diagnosing women with ADHD and Autism.     Watch:  https://youtu.be/ttquAQ7wkA I

Julianna shares her perspective as a teen living with PANDAS.

We discuss the impact of Jess' daughter's autoimmune disorder (PANDAS - pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections).

We will discuss Dr. Pat’s journey of discovery as a neurodivergent individual .       Watch  https://youtu.be/lD9blDtrwqQ  

Mary discusses her journey with her neurodiverse son. 

Kelly discusses her experiences as an educator and a parent of a neurodiverse child. 

What is considered neurodivergent? The concept of neurodiversity and the variations of neurodiversity will be defined.   Watch:  https://youtu.be/pkz_tR-MELc  

Dr. Perle shares how his educational and life experiences have been enhanced and impacted by his learning differences.

Dr. Margolis discusses his journey with ADHD and how it impacted his professional contributions as well as his personal relationships.

Ecem discusses her journey of self discovery that concluded that she has autism. Her informal diagnosis has provided her with the context and reasons for a variety of confusing situations that she has experienced throughout her life.

Kara and I discuss her journey as the mother of a daughter with Cystic Fibrosis. The challenges and joys of their family around the medical, educational and advocacy arenas that are a necessary part of ensuring that she has needed supports to live her best life.

Bill shared his experiences as a special educator for almost 30 years. We discuss how he started in the field and his current position along with the current realities of providing educational services for neurodivergent students. 

Erin is the mother of two neurodivergent children. Her children both have NF1. NF1 is a common genetic disorder that causes non-cancerous tumors (neurofibromas) to grow on nerves throughout the body. NF1 frequently impacts learning and development with children experiencing ADHD, learning challenges and speech delays. Vision and bone abnormalities are also symptoms along with brown spots on the sk...

Interview with Brittney Etters about her later in life ADHD diagnosis.

The episode focuses on Amanda's journey with TBI. How she coped with her injury and the changes she made after the injury.

A discussion of the supports for individuals with acquired brain injury. The needs and challenges experienced by individual with acquired brain injury spans a large spectrum. 

Robert Marshall and I discuss the additional challenges experienced by black males who have ADHD.

Robert shares his experience with a diagnosis of ADHD in midlife. 

Dr. Pat and Dr. Lori will discuss a current topic in the news regarding belonging. A middle school teacher in Idaho is ordered to remove a poster from her classroom. We will discuss what it means to be included.   Watch:  https://youtu.be/9LqL70ytWIc?si=1jYh6XA4dqlsCTL8    

Dr. Lori interviews Daniel about living as an autistic individual in a world not structured for neurodiversity. 

Andrew discusses his life as an neurodiverse individual living in a neurotypical world. 

Watch:  https://youtu.be/2zxsWiFG2eE  

Dr. Deacon shares his journey of discovering that he had multiple areas of neurodiversity, one of which was a recent realization and diagnosis.   Watch:  https://youtu.be/dQMJqm8ogeg