News for Autism The coronavirus world reflects the reality of children with autismIncreased 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 connectionIDF 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 kidsChabad 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 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. |
