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Interview w/ Susan Fitzell WATCH FULL VIDEO: The workplace should enable ALL people to thrive, not just neurotypicals. Join us for this conversation with Susan Fitzell , author of Neurodiversity in the Workplace and long-time educator, coach, and international speaker. In this episode of The Neurodivergent Report , Susan shares her journey from the classroom to corporate consulting, why workplace design needs to move beyond “accommodations” toward inclusive flexibility for all, and how understanding our own learning preferences can transform the way we work and communicate. Curious what else is inside?: Diagnosed dyslexic by an eye doctor The importance of psychological safety in meetings and classrooms Scripts and strategies that make self-advocacy easier Whether you’re a teacher, a manager, or someone navigating your own neurodivergent experience, this episode is packed with insights, practical tools, and a reminder that building inclusive environments is better for everyone. However you are able to engage, thanks for being here! Love, Sarah 💜 Looking for Susan? 📚 ⁠SusanFitzell.com⁠ – Books, resources, and blog articles 🎥 Susan on ⁠YouTube⁠ 📖 Neurodiversity in the Workplace – ⁠ available now ⁠ Connect with Us! ✨Follow us @NDreportpod on socials for more conversations and resources. 🎤⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to be our guest ⁠⁠⁠⁠NDreportpod.com⁠

WATCH FULL VIDEO: Who gets diagnosed ADHD & who gets a conduct disorder?? In Episode 17 of The Neurodivergent Report, we unpack why so many neurodivergent individuals go undiagnosed… or misdiagnosed… for years. From internalized ADHD symptoms to the overlooked role of hormones in women, this episode explores how diagnosis and treatment are shaped by race, gender, parenting styles, and systemic bias. Curious what’s inside: - Parents perception and ADHD diagnosis - Why women and BIPOC are underdiagnosed and labeled hysterical - Connection between hormones and mental health symptoms - What the research isn’t telling us yet and why that's a problem Whether you're navigating your own diagnosis or supporting someone who is, this episode offers community and a compassionate sociological lens. However you’re able to engage, thank you for being here! With love, Sarah 💜 Resources: ADHD and Sex Hormones in Females Racial and Ethnic Disparities in ADHD Diagnosis 📢 Connect with Us Follow 👉 @ndreportpod Apply to be a guest 🎤⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ndreportpod.com https://ndreportpod.substack.com/p/17-variability-in-mental-health-diagnosis?utm_source=youtube

WATCH FULL VIDEO: Future of Neurodivergence Discussed & The Myth of the Neurotypical This week on The Neurodivergent Report, Shaun Arora shares his story of late-diagnosis and what it means to grow up neurodivergent without the language or support to name it. Together, Sarah and Shaun unpack how cultural identity and family dynamics shaped his journey… like relying on his sister as a translator in childhood, or repeating grades in a school system that didn’t understand his learning style. Curious what’s inside: - How our workplaces and schools can do better at making room for all brains - Quoting sociological theory on why “neurotypical” might be a myth - Why transdiagnostic approach is the future of diagnosis If you want an inside look into neurodivergent brains and thought processes, this episode is for you! We're modeling TODAY 👏 Let us know your thoughts @ndreportpod on the socials. However you’re able to engage, thank you for being here! With love, Sarah 💜 📚 Resources Mentioned: Shaun's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunarora/ 📢 Connect with Us Follow 👉 @ndreportpod Apply to be a guest 🎤⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ndreportpod.com⁠ https://ndreportpod.substack.com/p/18-neuroinclusion-at-work-and-home?utm_source=youtube

WATCH FULL VIDEO: The Power of Knowing Your Operating System, Building Connection, and Finding Community This week on The Neurodivergent Report, I’m joined by Dave Delaney - keynote speaker and host of ADHD Wise Squirrels. We talk about his ADHD diagnosis at 50, mindfulness as a tool for survival, and what it means to build connection and community in the age of social media. Curious what's inside: Dave’s framework : Know, Respect, Connect ADHD impacts - impulse control, identity, and longevity Finding third spaces & meditation practices… Let us know your thoughts @ndreportpod on the socials. However you’re able to engage, thank you for being here! With love, Sarah 💜 📚 Resources Mentioned: https://wisesquirrels.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/wisesquirrels/ 📢 Connect with Us Follow 👉 @ndreportpod Apply to be a guest 🎤⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ndreportpod.com https://ndreportpod.substack.com/p/19-adhd-wise-squirrels-dave-delaney?utm_source=youtube

WATCH FULL VIDEO: Why is ADHD so hard to define & diagnose? This episode breaks down the science, the bias, and the media noise surrounding ADHD and neurodivergence. This week on The Neurodivergent Report, we brought an Epidemiologist to teach us how to measure stuff like ADHD/ASD, what current research narratives gets wrong (and right), and why neurodivergent communities need better representation. Curious what’s inside: - Epidemiology 101 (abridged) - Social Research 101 (abridged) - Media as a socialization tool Let us know your thoughts @ndreportpod on the socials. However you’re able to engage, thank you for being here! With love, Sarah 💜 Looking for Fred? https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederick-hooven-phd-8637bb13/ 📢 Connect with Us Follow 👉 @ndreportpod Apply to be a guest 🎤⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ndreportpod.com⁠ 📚 Suggested Reading for more on topic: Aftab, A. (2025, April 28). People are still stumbling from one misguided narrative… (ADHD Edition). Psychiatry at the Margins. ⁠ https://www.psychiatrymargins.com/p/people-are-still-stumbling-from-one⁠ Barkley, R. A. (2025, April). Response to NYT Magazine’s “Have We Been Thinking About A.D.H.D. All Wrong?” [Multimedia commentary]. In Dr. Barkley Debunks Myths About ADHD. ⁠ https://thembatutors.com/russell-barkley-adhd-response-controversy/⁠ Danielson, M. L., Claussen, A. H., Bitsko, R. H., et al. (2024). ADHD prevalence among U.S. children and adolescents in 2022. Journal of Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology. ⁠ https://doi.org/10.1080/15374416.2024.2335625⁠ CDC. (2024, November 19). Data and statistics on ADHD. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.⁠ https://www.cdc.gov/adhd/data/index.html⁠ Chronis‑Tuscano, A., & Bounoua, N. (2024). ADHD prevalence rose, yet disparities remain: Commentary on the 2022 National Survey of Children’s Health. Journal of Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology. ⁠ https://doi.org/10.1080/15374416.2024.2359075⁠ McLamb, F., Bozinovic, K., Olander, N., et al. (2021). U.S. national, regional, and state‑specific socioeconomic factors correlate with child and adolescent ADHD diagnoses pre‑COVID‑19 pandemic. Scientific Reports. ⁠ https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-01233-2⁠ Keywords: #ADHD, #neurodivergence, #epidemiology, #qualitativeresearch, #quantitativeresearch, #resourceallocation, #mediainfluence, #mentalhealth, #neurodivergent #ndreportpod, #parenting, #authenticity, #copingstrategies, #anxiety, #diagnosis, #DSM-5, #community, #contentcreation #podcast #researchpodcast https://ndreportpod.substack.com/p/20-measuring-neurodivergence-w-professor?utm_source=youtube

WATCH FULL VIDEO: Curious about cutting-edge ADHD treatments? We're chatting about Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), EEG tech, and the future of brain-based mental health care... This week on The Neurodivergent Report, Sarah sits down with Gregg Pauletti from NeuroSynchrony Health, a clinic using EEG brain scans and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to support neurodivergent individuals... especially those navigating ADHD, autism, and related cognitive challenges. Together, they explore the future of mental health care— one grounded in neuroscience, compassion, and individualized treatment. Curious what’s inside: - How TMS works and what it actually feels like - What EEG brain maps reveal about executive function, attention, and impulsivity - Why treatment for neurodivergent folks must be personalized— not standardized If you’ve been wondering whether TMS might be a good fit, or are just curious about how brain-based therapies are evolving, this episode is for you. 🧠💡 Let us know your thoughts @ndreportpod on the socials. However you’re able to engage, thank you for being here. With love, Sarah 💜 📚 Resources Mentioned Gregg Pauletti – NeuroSynchrony Health → https://www.neurosynchronyhealth.com/ TMS Systematic Review (2024) 📢 Connect with Us Follow 👉 ⁠@ndreportpod⁠ 🎤Apply to be a guest: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://forms.gle/AxJ5yx2N2cc73GsCA⁠ https://ndreportpod.substack.com/p/21-transcranial-magnetic-stimulation?utm_source=youtube

WATCH FULL VIDEO: This week on The Neurodivergent Report, Sarah sits down with Dr. Nechama Sorscher - clinician, parent, and author of “Your Neurodiverse Child” - to talk about what it really means to raise and support neurodivergent kids in a world that often misunderstands them. Curious what’s inside: 🧠 Why girls are so often overlooked in ADHD/autism screenings 💬 The difference between masking and code-switching 🪞 The impact of confidence and community for neurodivergent families Let us know what stood out @ndreportpod However you’re able to engage, thank you for being here! With love, Sarah 💜 Looking for Dr. Sorscher? https://www.drnechamasorscher.com/ https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/your-neurodiverse-child-9781538192139/ 📢 Connect with Us Follow 👉 @ndreportpod Apply to be a guest 🎤⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ndreportpod.com⁠ 🧠 Keywords neurodivergence, ADHD, autism, self-disclosure, diagnosis, education, parental involvement, confidence, resilience, support, masking, code-switching, parenting, community, self-esteem, mental health, gender differences, neurodiversity myths https://ndreportpod.substack.com/p/22-your-neurodiverse-child-interview?utm_source=youtube

WATCH FULL VIDEO: The physical mind-body link that explains why neurodivergents feel like sh!t What’s the connection between chronic pain, misdiagnosis, and neurodivergent health? This week’s episode takes a deep dive into Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) and what it reveals about our healthcare system. On this episode of The Neurodivergent Report, we explore the complex genetic overlap between the neurodivergence spectrum and chronic health conditions, particularly hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS). From diagnosis delays to hormonal impacts and gender bias, we unpack what it's like to live in a body that’s often misunderstood. Curious what’s inside: - What hypermobility actually is and why it takes so long to diagnose - The strong genetic link between hEDS, ADHD, and autism - How gender hormones affect symptoms and care Listen now for coping strategies, community support, and a vision for better systems of identification and care! Let us know your thoughts @ndreportpod on the socials. However you are able to engage, thanks for being here! Love, Sarah 💜 📢 Connect with Us Follow 👉 @ndreportpod Apply to be a guest 🎤⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ndreportpod.com 📚 Resources for more on this topic: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/ https://www.edsrf.org/ https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/heds-diagnostic-checklist/ https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/assessing-joint-hypermobility/ 2021 Prevalence study: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.2147/NDT.S290494#d1e171 🔑 Keywords: #Neurodivergent #HypermobileEDS #ChronicPain #MentalHealth #Community #Neurodiversity #HEDS #EDS #WomensHormones #Misdiagnosis #InformedConsent #CopingStrategies #Neurospicy #Intersectionality #SupportSystems #InvisibleIllness https://ndreportpod.substack.com/p/hypermobile-ehlers-danlos-and-adhd?utm_source=youtube

Part 2 of why you feel like sh!t all the time... WATCH FULL VIDEO: Are you bendy, itchy, or dizzy all the time? You might be struggling to balance the trifecta of symptoms syndromes… This research episode of The Neurodivergent Report features orthotics researcher Sam Silverman, along with the full @ndreportpod team! Together, we explore the interconnectedness of these often-overlooked chronic conditions and how they disproportionately affect neurodivergent people. Curious what’s inside: Defining MCAS, POTS, and EDS in plain terms What the research says about comorbidity and prevalence (who even gets this?) The importance of coordinated and compassionate medical care teams If it feels like your body just called it quits one day… YOU’RE NOT ALONE. This episode is for anyone who’s been dismissed, misdiagnosed, or just trying to get through the day in a body that won’t cooperate. Let us know your thoughts @ndreportpod on the socials. However you are able to engage, thanks for being here! Love, Sarah 💜 📢 Connect with Us Follow 👉 @ndreportpod Apply to be a guest 🎤⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ndreportpod.com⁠ 📚 Resources for more on this topic: ⁠ https://www.mastcellaction.org/resources⁠ ⁠ https://tmsforacure.org⁠ ⁠ https://www.mastokids.org/new-page-2⁠ ⁠ https://fourpeakshealthcare.com/patient-resources/⁠ ⁠ https://rarediseases.org/organizations/the-mast-cell-disease-society-inc/⁠ ⁠ https://supertmastcell.org⁠ ⁠ https://www.standinguptopots.org/welcome/our-initiatives⁠ ⁠ https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/pots-diagnosing-and-treating-this-dizzying-syndrome-202110062611⁠ ⁠ https://thedysautonomiaproject.org/pots-postural-orthostatic-tachycardia-syndrome/⁠ ⁠ https://www.awarenessforpotsies.org/supportive-resources⁠ ⁠ https://www.potsuk.org/managingpots/ 📚 Sam’s Research References: Brittain et al. (2023). PT Interventions in G-HSD & hEDS. Disability & Rehabilitation.⁠ https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2023.2216028⁠ Buckner (2014). EDS in acute rehab. J. Prosthetics & Orthotics. Castori (2012). EDS-HT overview. ISRN Dermatology.⁠ https://doi.org/10.5402/2012/751768⁠ Csecs et al. (2021). Hypermobility & dysautonomia comorbidity. Am J Med Genet C. https://doi.org/10.1002/ajmg.c.31957 Csecs & Iodice (2022). Neurodivergence & joint hypermobility. Front Psychiatry.⁠ https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2021.786916⁠ Dupuy et al. (2017). Somatosensory orthoses & balance. Front Hum Neurosci.⁠ https://doi.org/10.3389/fnhum.2017.00283⁠ Halverson et al. (2023). Misdiagnosis & diagnostic delay in hEDS. Genet Med Open.⁠ https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gimo.2023.100812⁠ Higo et al. (2023). Fabric orthoses case report. Clin Case Rep. https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.6821 Hsieh et al. (2019). Arch support for kids w/ flatfoot. LWW Journals.⁠ Link⁠ Jensen et al. (2020). Finger orthoses & function. Sage Journals. https://doi.org/10.1177/0309364620956866 Lusardi et al. (2012). Orthotics & Prosthetics in Rehab (3rd ed). Saunders. Pandey et al. (2021). Movement disorders & MSK overlap. Mov Disord Clin Pract.⁠ https://doi.org/10.1002/mdc3.13390⁠ Russek (2022). Cervical instability in hEDS. JOSPT.⁠ https://www.jospt.org/do/10.2519/jospt.blog.20230917⁠ Snowdon & Dadla (2023). Allied health views on fabric orthoses. Int J Ther Rehabil.⁠ https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2022.0148⁠ 🔑 Keywords: #Neurodivergent #HypermobileEDS #POTS #MCAS #ChronicIllness #Neurodivergence #InvisibleDisabilities #ADHD #Autism #MentalHealth #MedicalGaslighting #SupportSystems #Neurospicy #SelfAdvocacy #IntersectionalHealth #HormonalHealth #WomenInMedicine #NDreportpod #ResearchPodcast

WATCH FULL VIDEO: Interview w/ Leigh Ann Marlar (GAL) What started as a simple podcast swap turned into a beautiful new friendship! This interview episode of The Neurodivergent Report is basically just three creatives hanging out! Featuring Gen X artist and peer burnout coach Leigh Ann Marlar, aka Gal, with hosts Sarah Russell (Millennial, aka Say-Rah!) and JQ Walker (Gen Z, aka QG Patooj 💜). Curious what’s inside: A breakdown of the difference between empathy and compassion Discussion on how ADHD meds might hit different for autistic women The vision for a neurodivergent union (we’re manifesting it ✨) If you’ve ever apologized for being “too expressive”… this episode is for you! Let us know your thoughts @NDreportpod on the socials 💌 However you are able to engage, thank you for being here! Love, Sarah 💜 📢 Connect with Us Follow 👉⁠ @NDreportpod⁠ Apply to be our guest 🎤⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ NDreportpod.com 🎨 Looking for GAL? 🖥️ Website: https://www.aurtisticexpressions.com/ 🎙️ Podcast: This Might Get Messy 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠ @aurtisticexpressions⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/aurtisticexpressions/# https://ndreportpod.substack.com/p/25-the-creative-jack-of-all-trades?utm_source=youtube

WATCH FULL VIDEO: Interview w/ Liam Saranich Liam Saranich joins The Neurodivergent Report to lounge around & have a funny conversation about growing up with a learning disability, finding a voice through podcasting, and turning fear into fuel. Curious about what’s inside? - living with auditory perception disorder - sensory processing quirks (spoiler: soda is a no-go) - learning to feel it to heal it However you are able to engage, thanks for being here! Love, Sarah 💜 📢 Connect with Us Follow 👉⁠ ⁠@NDreportpod ⁠Apply to be our guest 🎤⁠ ⁠NDreportpod.com⁠ 🌟 Looking for Liam? 🎙️ Lounging Around : @loungingaroundhub 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liam_saranich/ https://ndreportpod.substack.com/p/29-auditory-processing-disorder-and?utm_source=youtube

WATCH FULL VIDEO: "Executive function is an emergent property of a regulated nervous system & I will die on that hill!" In this follow-up conversation, Abbie J returns to The Neurodivergent Report to go deeper into the science of executive functioning! This time we’re zooming in on the Default Mode Network (DMN) and the autonomic nervous system (ANS). Curious what's inside? - What the Default Mode Network is & why you should care (THINK: focus, memory & emotional regulation) - How emotional salience and working memory affect attention and regulation - Why traditional mindfulness can backfire (and what to try instead!) YOU WILL FIND VALUE HERE! Whether you’re exploring tools to manage ADHD symptoms, or curious about what your brain does “in the background”—this episode offers science-backed insight without the shame spiral. However you’re able to engage, thanks for being here! Love, Sarah 💜 📢 Connect with Us Follow 👉⁠⁠ @NDreportpod Apply to be a guest 🎤⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ NDreportpod.com 🌟 Looking for Abbie? 🖥️ Website:⁠ ⁠ superconnected.space 📸 Instagram:⁠⁠ @super_connected 📚 References Springer: DMN and Executive Function: https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s44411-025-00185-7.pdf Life N Science: Vagal Tone & ADHD: https://lifenscience.org/index.php/life-and-science ScienceDirect: Salience & Attention in ADHD: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0890856723000758 https://ndreportpod.substack.com/p/28-default-mode-network-and-executive?utm_source=youtube