Autism

The reality of 'neurodiversity': Autism awareness under Iranian missile attacks

HEALTH AFFAIRS: “I want to stay in the car!” - a wartime moment exposes the gap between ideology and reality.

A WORLD of color, pattern, and inner logic: a collaborative drawing by Kfar Shimon artists Nir Aloni, Noga Eitan, and Danny, whose work reflects the complexity, creativity, and emotional depth often hidden behind public misunderstandings of autism.
"Virtual testing removes barriers, delivering faster, accessible ADHD and autism diagnosis for all ages".

Virtual ADHD and autism testing expands access to diagnosis for children and adults

Virtual ADHD and autism tests in Israel speed access, aid families, and provide actionable insights.

Virtual ADHD and autism testing surges across Israel

GRADUATES FROM a What's Mine is Yours class at Keshet in Chicago.

Jewish education organization targets program at adults with intellectual disabilities


An autism diagnosis in later life does not impact quality of life - study

Women with autism reported a better quality of life than men with autism. Additionally, people with autism that suffer from mental health problems report a lower quality of life.

 Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder and is not a mental illness. It is also not seen as something that should be "cured." (Illustrative)

Danny Sanderson and Ran Danker to perform at autism benefit

All of the proceeds from the concert, which will be produced under the supervision of Rotem Israel, will be donated to Oti - the Israeli Autism Association.

 DANNY SANDERSON.

Grapevine May 31, 2023: A triple-digit age

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 MORDECHAI SPIEGLER of Israel gets entangled with Vietnam's goalkeeper in an international match at the National Stadium, Ramat Gan in 1964.

Autism research ‘breakthrough’ discovered in rodent models by Hebrew University researchers

Researchers found a direct link between

A brain (Illustrative)

1st Int'l Jewish Matchmaking Confab: Love has no borders - opinion

The conference was a unique opportunity for matchmakers to share their knowledge, tips, and guidance and expand their networks within the business of love.

 RABBI YISROEL Bernath addresses a session at the Jewish Matchmaking Conference, last week in Jerusalem. ‘Matchmaking is an important part of Jewish culture,’ he said.

Israeli horse farm provides therapeutic education for special needs

The work with horses was found to develop confidence, social skills, ability to form and maintain relationships, trust in self and others and improvement in communication.

 Grooming and talking to the horse is an important element of therapy

FBI investigates: Jewish teen attacked, swastika carved on his back

The teen, who is nonverbal and wears a kippah daily, has a full-time assistant and a service dog accompanying him at school.

 A Nazi Swastika flag captured and signed by members of a black segregated U.S. Army unit in World War II is displayed amid the collection of Elizabeth Meaders, New York, February 2, 2022.

Scientists identify autism subgroups, could lead to tailor-made support - study

Researchers from Cornell University managed to link autism traits with brain activity. This can help lead to better support plans for autistic people.

 The brain (illustrative).

Violeta from Italia - short story

I wonder where Violeta is now, if she ever heard what happened to Niko. Whenever we see a redhead on the bus, Oren and I look to see if maybe Violeta has come back.

 Illustrative image of a ledge with plants.

Upcoming ‘Safe Place’ festival to make the arts accessible

“Precisely during times like these, it is more important than anything to highlight the human diversity that our society is made of.”

 SHARON GABRIELOV, artistic director of Safe Place Festival (left), and Or Alterman-Barnea, CEO of the festival.