Neurodiversity in a Nutshell

In today's interview with Dr. Vikram Jaswal, we discuss rhetoric, legislation, and more!

In this episode, we close off our Neurodiverse Condition Series and discuss the direction of future episodes.

In this episode, we discuss the history, rhetoric, and clarify myths surrounding dyscalculia and dysgraphia.

In this episode, we discuss the history, rhetoric, and clarify myths surrounding dyslexia.

In this episode, we will be covering the various learning disabilities, their background, and a brief history.

In this episode, we will be covering the strengths and challenges, along with the myths and misconceptions associated with Tourette Syndrome.

In this episode, we will be covering the background, history, and language of Tourette Syndrome.

For our 30th episode, we have the honor of interviewing Dr. Alexander Blum, adjunct faculty at San Francisco State University. He is an adjunct lecturer teaching introductory special education courses in the Department of Special Education including the Nature of Autism Spectrum and Introduction to Disability. After obtaining his Ph.D. in Special Education, his teachings at the graduate and undergraduate level at San Francisco State and the high school level in the Fremont Unified School District have provided high-quality instruction to students interested in learning about the fascinating world of autism, neurodiversity, and special education. Take a listen as we discuss special education, research, and neurodiversity.

In this episode, we will be covering the myths and misconceptions associated with Down Syndrome.

In this episode, we will be covering the strengths and challenges associated with Down Syndrome!

In this episode, we will be covering the background, history, and language of Down’s Syndrome.

In this episode we will be covering the strengths and challenges associated with ADHD as a condition and clarify some myths and misconceptions.

In this episode, we will be covering some of the background, history, and language of ADHD.

Today, we will be discussing play and activity interventions.

We will be discussing teaching interventions that can be applied to classroom settings but can also be used in household teaching sessions.

Welcome to our 22nd podcast episode where will be discussing general interventions that can be applied to different activities!

Today, we will be learning about interventions and evidence-based practives.

For our 20th episode, we have the honor of interviewing the founder of Neurodiversity Celebration Week, Sienna Castellon. Take a listen as we discuss the neurodiversity movement!

Today, we will be covering the strengths and challenges associated with autism as a condition and clear up some myths and misconceptions.

In this episode, we'll be discussing the background, history, and language of autism spectrum condition.

We’ve spent many weeks and episodes discussing the neurodiversity movement and the viewpoints, but we also want to spend time to discuss many of the conditions falling under the umbrella of neurodiversity. After examining the foundations of the neurodiversity movement, understanding the various conditions, ranging from autism spectrum condition to dyslexia and dyscalculia is essentially the next series.

We will be covering the disparities and inconsistencies that appear when looking into statistics and studies that relate to the neurodiverse community. In particular, we will be taking a look at some of the discrepancies that pop up when researching autism.

Today we’re going to be looking at the language, terms, and rhetoric related to the neurodiverse community.

While most events, conferences, and celebrations are up in the air, we can’t accurately predict what’s going to happen in 2021, especially for the neurodiversity movement. But what we can do is talk about our plans and goals for Unitopia–and how we plan on creating a stronger movement than the past two years.

While 2020 marks many moments of frustration and suffering, join us as we highlight some of the exciting moments of 2020.

Today we’re going to be specifically discussing the incorporation of neurodiversity-focused practices in education programs.

In this episode, we’re going to be specifically discussing the world today, specifically in special education programs and the issues that they consistently face. We’re excited to expand upon our original document that won 1st Place at the Union City Awareness Fair, bringing more recent information, COVID-19 concerns, and more into this discussion. 

For our 10th episode, we have the honor of interviewing the founder and CEO of the Magical Bridge Foundation, Olenka Villarreal. Take a listen as we discuss accessibility and its applications in engineering!

Today we will be discussing two extremely important concepts in activism, specifically in the context of the neurodiversity movement.

Over the past three episodes, we extensively discussed the United States policies for education and employment. Now that we have covered the United States let’s take a look at global policies in other countries! Today we will be looking at the European Union, Asia, and Africa’s perspectives and ideas on implementing neurodiverse policies that are inclusive to all.

Today, we’re branching into the Americans with Disabilities Education Act, otherwise known as the ADA!

Last week, we discussed employment and the Rehabilitation Act’s impact on the neurodiverse community. In this week's episode we’re branching off into IDEA, otherwise known as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and how it reformed education for the neurodiverse.

This episode covers some of the most important disability rights laws including the Rehabilitation Act, which is today’s topic, IDEA, otherwise known as Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act!

In today’s episode, we hope to answer the central question: how do we balance the inclusion of those with neurodiverse conditions on a spectrum when contrasted models of disability exist extensively in law and policy? To answer this question, we have to define a few terms: “models of disability” and the specific “laws and policies” critical to understanding the intersection between disability and the neurodiversity movement.

In this episode, we're discussing examples of inclusive practices in various fields, the specifics of advocacy, and a basic overview of conflicts in the neurodiversity community. Let’s get into it!

We start our second episode with a miniseries on neurodiversity, and discuss the basics of the movement, including the major purposes, goals, history, and advocacy!

Welcome to Unitopia's podcast, "Neurodiversity in a Nutshell". We are going to use our knowledge from various sources to educate other neurotypical individuals about neurodiversity and help create inclusive mindsets rather than sidelining individuals across the spectrum. To create inclusion and support the neurodiverse movement, both neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals must support the movement; this is how we believe Unitopia can reach more people and create an even larger movement across the world.