• Inside the Mind of Clara Woods: A Nonverbal Artist with a Powerful Voice

  • Mar 3 2025
  • Length: 47 mins
  • Podcast

Inside the Mind of Clara Woods: A Nonverbal Artist with a Powerful Voice

  • Summary

  • Clara Woods is a neurodivergent artist who suffered a prenatal stroke, leaving her unable to speak, read, or write. Despite her challenges, Clara's vibrant artwork has been featured at world-renowned exhibits like Art Basel. In this powerful episode, Dr. Amen and Tana explore Clara’s brain scan, uncovering the remarkable ways her mind adapts. Joined by her mother, Betina, they discuss Clara’s journey, the impact of also having ADHD, and essential strategies for supporting individuals with special needs.

    00:00 Intro

    01:23 Sponsor

    02:30 Clara & Betina

    03:57 Prenatal Stroke

    10:40 Painting

    15:19 Inspiring Others

    18:41 ADHD/Conflict Seeking Behavior

    21:56 Clara’s SPECT Scans

    27:48 How Art Helps the Mind

    30:16 Overcoming Communication Challenges

    31:41 Navigating Family Issues

    35:24 Spreading the Message of Inclusion

    37:26 Seizures and the Brain

    41:30 The Impact of ADD on the Family

    43:42 Your Brain Can Get Better

    45:09 Sponsor

    45:36 Wrap Up

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