Autism

Pres. Herzog meets reservist with autistic children

Marking World Autism Awareness Day, President Isaac Herzog meets IDF reserve soldier and his two children on the autistic spectrum.

Study:

Presence of too many Bacteriodes linked to ASD

Bar-Ilan University study reveals microbiome changes linked to Autism Spectrum Disorder.

New study offers insights into the gut-brain axis in autism

'Correlation between microbiome alterations & immune system markers provides valuable insights,' Bar-Ilan U. Prof. Evan Elliott says.

Autism research breakthrough discovered by Hebrew U researchers

Study shows connection between autism and nitric oxide levels in the brain, providing novel insight and potential for new drug development.

Looking for the causes of higher rates of autism

To the factors usually cited as correlated with autism another possible cause is now being researched after years of effort .Op-ed.

FBI probing swastika carved into back of autistic Jewish teen

17-year-old non-verbal boy who uses service dog was victim of antisemitic assault at his Las Vegas school.

New finding may aid treatment of neurodegenerative diseases

Bar-Ilan University researchers discover the mechanism responsible for information transfer between different regions of the brain.

Experimental drug may be able to treat range of rare syndromes

Researchers discover mechanism shared by mutations in different genes associated with autism, schizophrenia, and other conditions.

David Sharif, advocate for the disabled and autistic, dies at 24

David Sharif, an autism awareness advocate and motivational speaker, died suddenly this past weekend at the age of 24.

Researchers find anomalies in 30% of fetuses who develop autism

A routine prenatal ultrasound can identify early signs of autism, Ben-Gurion University and Soroka Medical Center researchers find.

Teen with autism fulfills dream of joining IDF

Tal Or, Itamar's mother, relates story of his adoption, discovery his autism, fight to allow him to join his friends in the IDF.

Research shows autism can be identified by age one

Two new studies show that autism symptoms can be identified as early as the first year of life; early detection allows for intervention.

Israeli study finds cannabis oil effective in treating autism

Researchers at Tel Aviv University say cannabis oil offers surprising results in experiments aimed at treating autism.

In first, autistic youth to enlist in regular IDF service

New 'Titkadmu' program allows high-functioning ASD youth to enlist in regular IDF service, serve in regular units.

Groundbreaking study offers possible cure for autism

New study shares treatment success in autism spectrum disorder. Is the light at the end of the tunnel getting brighter?

Retinal scan technology could diagnose autism

Professor at Chinese University of Hong Kong developed a method to diagnose autism using a high resolution camera and a software algorithm

The COVID-19 world reflects the reality of children with autism

Increased public awareness about social isolation and the deep human need for connection can help us show love to autistic children. Op-ed.

Police, people with special needs, and connection

IDF officers must decide if a person is harmless or a terrorist in a second and they are not familiar with special needs behavior. Op-ed.

NJ Chabad couple builds immersive village for autistic kids

Chabad couple in New Jersey builds LifeTown Shoppes, a massive space for autistic kids and young adults to practice real-life errands.

How a woodshop transformed these young men's lives

Young men diagnosed with autism who failed to connect with conventional programs finally find their place - at a woodshop.

Defying stereotypes:

This young autistic soldier never stopped believing in himself

In honor of World Autism Day, Shachak Shriki, diagnosed with autism at the age of 15, tells how he joined the IDF.

Iranian American Jewish Federation Saluted by ILAI Fund

'Technology has given us the ability to provide a way for these special children to express their feelings.'

Study: Cannabis oil 80% successful in helping autistic children

Israeli research shows CBD has 80% success rate in reducing problematic behavior among children with autism spectrum disorders.

New 'smart toy' offers autistic children new ways to learn

Hi-tech digital companion robot allows parents to customize educational games for special needs children.

Couple saves autistic child running barefoot on Ayalon Freeway

Police take 43 minutes to arrive after parents report him missing; police tells couple, 'This moment I received word of incident.'

Number of autistic patients triples in a single decade

In a single decade, the number of Israelis diagnosed with autism triples; 80% are male and under age 24.

Appeal to place autistic children in rehabilitative centers

Parents of autistic children sue Welfare Ministry for not finding places for their toddlers in rehabilitative daycare centers.

New research shows medical clowns can help autistic kids

Groundbreaking research from Ziv Hospital shows medical clowns help autistic children learn to communicate better.

New study links prenatal vitamin D deficiency to autism

New research shows children born to women deficient in vitamin D more likely to show signs of autism by age six.

Israeli study to test effect of cannabis on the autistic

An Israeli doctor believes that cannabis can also be used to help those dealing with autism. ILTV reports.

Autistic teen celebrates Bar Mitzvah in special ceremony

Teen able to mark an Aliyah to the Torah via the Shahak LeBnei Mitzvah program in Modi'in.

New IDF program for autistic-spectrum youths

'Watching the Horizon' expands to the Ordnance Corps. The youths will volunteer in optics and electronics.

Foreign Ministry displays 'Bridge to the World' art exhibition

Foreign Ministry hosts 'Bridge to the World' exhibit, artwork made entirely by autistic adults.

Bill: Subsidize services for Israel's autistic population

MKs and parents urge the Knesset to put petty politics aside Wednesday, as bill cementing rights for the autistic is due for a vote.

Revolutionizing Autistc Education in Israel

Yael Lehman helps high functioning autistic children, as a teacher and as a mother.

Autism Spectrum Disorders Linked to Schizophrenia, Bipolar

A new study has found that Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are linked organically to schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (manic depression).

Israeli Technology: The Bio Hug Vest

Arutz Sheva meets the people behind the BioHug Vest, an Israeli technology meant to lower people's stress levels.

'Much Has Changed for the Autistic Community'

Arutz Sheva meets Dame Stephanie Shirley, the founding UK Ambassador for Philanthropy, at the 2012 International Autism Conference.

Parking Permits to Parents of Autistic Children

Minister of Transportation Yisrael Katz has ordered issuance of disability parking permits to parents of children diagnosed with autism.

International Autism Experts to Gather in Jerusalem

Experts are planning to convene in Jerusalem from around the world in August to learn the latest about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Israeli Research Could Lead to Breakthrough in Autism Diagnosis

Scientists at Israel's Weizmann Institute find a method that could lead to the development of tools for early diagnosis of Autism in childre

Autism in the Holy Land: Conference Skyrockets Interest

International Autism conference in Jerusalem draws over 500 attendees.