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

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 skin and freckling. 

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. 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 

Watch: https://youtu.be/SzIZz8Xh1Xo    Dr. Gregory discusses her neurodiverse diagnoses that were not identified until she was in her undergraduate program. She shares strategies she has developed to address her areas of challenge. 

Jill discusses the journey she has been on with her son Louis Bongiolatti who was interviewed on the August 11th episode.    Watch: https://youtu.be/1M28JXIiKfU 

Louis discusses his journey as a newuordiverse individual who lives with ADHD and anxiety.   Watch: https://youtu.be/0PakB_tR4g8 

Julie is the mother of Sebastien Pitches who was interviewed in the previous episode. She shares his journey from her perspective as a mother and advocate for her son.   Watch: https://youtu.be/K8md4_npKmM 

Interview with Sebastien Pitches about his journey as a neurodiverse individual who lives with autism.    Watch: https://youtu.be/ZSysGXb9JKU 

An interview with Susan Petrok the mother of William Petrok who was a guest for a previous episode. A discussion of parenting a child who is neurodiverse will be the focus of the episode.    Watch: https://youtu.be/KPb6NYdbFs0 

We will discuss Bill’s life as a neurodivergent individual. Bill works in food services at a private school in Connecticut. He is an avid gamer who enjoys traveling, reading and spending time with his girlfriend.    Watch: https://youtu.be/AaqfHrwOPQU 

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/ttquAQ7wkAI

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

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

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