Autism
Israeli scientists unlock genetic links to Autism, brain disorder using CRISPR tech -study
The study used large-scale CRISPR gene-editing technology to systematically determine which genes are required as embryonic stem cells develop into brain cells.
Subtle face movements can indicate your decisions, scientists say
Israeli study reveals: Common pregnancy condition that increases autism risk by 2.5 times
Persistent maternal thyroid imbalance may increase autism risk, researchers report
The autistics' WhatsApp: the innovative invention of the student on the spectrum
Ido Arbili is a 12th grade student and is also on the autistic spectrum. He invented a WhatsApp-like program that will allow autistics to better communicate with each other.
How does the IDF integrate young adults with disabilities?
Special in Uniform is a pioneering JNF-USA affiliate designed to incorporate youths with autism, special needs and disabilities into the IDF.
Abrace launches smart bracelet that helps children with autism
Just like a watch, it attaches to a child’s wrist, automatically monitoring sensory input levels, without making the child uncomfortable or interfering with their day-to-day life.
Hyperbaric oxygen chamber therapy effective in animal models for improvement of autism - study
Fischer and Barak explained that hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a form of treatment in which patients sit in special chambers where the air consists of 100% oxygen.
The link between autism and feeling misunderstood - study
Autism is a common neurodevelopmental condition and is characterized by marked social difficulties, especially in communication.
Children with autism no longer have to go to board reviews
The National Insurance Institute issued a new circular to branches across Israel. A child with autism should not have to keep attending frequent board reviews.
London special needs school is where haredi, secular Jews meet
A boutique school of about 50 students ages 4-12 in northwest London, Gesher is in some ways a testament to the shortcomings of London’s Jewish day schools.
This woman made aliyah and led the push for Israeli disability inclusion
Clara Katz Feldman is the social visionary behind the SHEKEL organization that has transformed the field in Israel and several other countries.
Can we differentiate between autism types based on facial recognition? - study
“Our work may provide a blueprint for the next generation of research studies to move from biomarker discovery to validation to deliver optimal outcomes for autistic people,” the study concluded.
New method to improve visual perception of people with autism developed in TAU
‘Memory flashes’ help patients generalize learning to other situations and may also help in rehabilitation after neurological injuries.