Temple Grandin Discusses Growing Up With Autism – The Week in Neurodiversity (6/24/17)

The Week in Neurodiversity
The Neurodiversity News Show, hosted by Mike Nickas.

In this episode, tandem bicycling is helping those with Parkinson’s, Temple Grandin discusses growing up with autism, and how did a little leaguer with Down syndrome get to live his dream? These stories and more in this week’s edition!

[00:12] In Seattle a tandem cycling class is helping those with Parkinson’s.
[00:44] A teenager with Down syndrome has transformed his life through bodybuilding.
[01:16] Activists in Montana held a rally in the state capitol for Dyslexia Awareness.
[01:36] Temple Grandin discusses growing up with autism and the importance of harnessing hyper interests.
[02:15] A Missouri coffee shop is offering a whole new blend in honor of Alzheimer’s and brain awareness month.
[02:50] A little leaguer with Down syndrome got to live his dream during by getting on base and striking out the final batter of the season.

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