This is the sixteenth video in my series introducing my new book The Power of Neurodiversity.  In this video, I give a short history of ADHD, noting terms that were employed in the past (such as hyperkinesis, and minimal brain dysfunction), and then using a timeline to chart the growth of ADHD from a 1971...Read More

This video (#14 in my series introducing my new book The Power of Neurodiversity) describes the sensory sensitivities of people on the autism spectrum, including the senses of touch, taste, smell, hearing, sight, and proprioception, and takes a two-pronged approach. On the one hand, it provides strategies for limiting the negative impact of sensory stimuli,...Read More

In this video, I look at careers that seem to be a good fit for people on the autistic spectrum. I identify several strengths associated with autism, and then link them to specific jobs (for example, the strength of having a gift for detail could be a plus for jobs such as proofreader, software tester,...Read More

This is video #12 in my video series introducing my book The Power of Neurodiversity:  Unleashing the Advantages of Your Neurodivergent Brain (Completely Updated and Revised Second Edition).  In this video I highlight four individuals whose successes in life have made them good exemplars for neurodivergent individuals, especially those on the spectrum: Temple Grandin, Anthony...Read More

In this video, I share seven practical ways to enhance the social network of someone diagnosed with autism, including using the Floortime model with kids, animal therapy, sandplay therapy, AI robots, and for adults online communities and ”autreats” where neurotypicals stay at home. I go on record as NOT recommending Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for...Read More