![]() How a woodshop transformed these young men's livesYoung men diagnosed with autism who failed to connect with conventional programs finally find their place - at a woodshop.![]() This young autistic soldier never stopped believing in himselfIn 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 childrenIsraeli 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 learnHi-tech digital companion robot allows parents to customize educational games for special needs children.![]() Couple saves autistic child running barefoot on Ayalon FreewayPolice 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 decadeIn 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 centersParents 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 kidsGroundbreaking research from Ziv Hospital shows medical clowns help autistic children learn to communicate better.![]() New study links prenatal vitamin D deficiency to autismNew research shows children born to women deficient in vitamin D more likely to show signs of autism by age six.![]() What is the 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 MitzvahTeen 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 Min. displays art made by autistic adultsForeign Ministry hosts 'Bridge to the World' exhibit, artwork made entirely by autistic adults.![]() Bill: Subsidize services for Israelis with autismMKs 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 IsraelYael Lehman helps high functioning autistic children, as a teacher and as a mother.![]() Autism Spectrum Disorders Linked to SchizophreniaA new study has found that Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are linked organically to schizophrenia and bipolar disorder (manic depression).![]() Israeli Technology: The Bio Hug VestArutz 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 ChildrenMinister of Transportation Yisrael Katz has ordered issuance of disability parking permits to parents of children diagnosed with autism.![]() Autism Experts to Gather in JerusalemExperts are planning to convene in Jerusalem from around the world in August to learn the latest about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).![]() Israelis Study AutismScientists at Israel's Weizmann Institute find a method that could lead to the development of tools for early diagnosis of Autism in childre![]() Autism Conference Lifts InterestInternational Autism conference in Jerusalem draws over 500 attendees. |