Tag: Autism
Israeli Researchers: Autism Linked to Accelerated Neuron Development in Embryos
The study shows that children with developmental delays actually start with developmental acceleration.
Israeli Discovery Opens Doors to New Treatments for Autism
“This is the first step in developing a drug that might address autism,” said Amal.
The IDF’s ‘Special in Uniform’ Program Gives Atypical Israelis a Chance to Serve
SIU brought together 950 volunteers with disabilities, approximately 50% of whom were diagnosed on the autistic spectrum, into varying capacities in the IDF.
TAU Learning Method Improves Visual Perception of People with Autism
Based on memory flashes lasting seconds, the new method significantly improves the achievements of people with autism.
IDF Soldier on the Spectrum Presents Iron Dome to President Biden
Biden was surprised to learn that one of the IDF’s top weapons technicians is a brilliant young man with autism and that Israel incorporates young people with disabilities into its ranks.
TAU Researchers Find Common Gene Mutation Mechanism in Autism, Schizophrenia
An experimental drug developed at a TAU lab may be suitable for treating a range of rare syndromes that impair brain functions.
Second Cohort of Special Needs Soldiers Serving in IDF’s Intelligence Division Sworn In
Special in Uniform is a pioneering military inclusion program that absorbs youths with mild physical and mental disabilities, offers them extensive skills training and incorporates them into appropriate positions in the IDF, with a focus on their abilities.
New Israeli Study Shows Medicinal Cannabis Oil Effective for Treating Autism
The researchers found that this treatment improves both behavioral and biochemical parameters of autism.
TAU-Led International Study Discovers Drug that Treats Symptoms of Autism and Alzheimer’s
The symptoms that were remedied using NAP: slow development, poor communication, brains with a small number of synapses, and low electrical activity.
Hebrew U Research Offering Hope for Future Anti-Autism Drugs
Hebrew University identifies genetic mutation associated with autism, offering hope for effective therapeutics.
National Autism Research Center opens at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
It will provide access to research for scholars seeking new treatment methods, create shared national databases and distribute information to decision-makers, health-care professionals and the general public.
Israeli Research Finds Cannabis Can Ease Symptoms of Autism
Cannabis administered as a treatment for autism spectrum disorders appears to be well-tolerated, and can serve as a safe and effective option to relieve symptoms including seizures, tics, depression, restlessness and rage attacks for patients under the age of 18.
Special Needs Soldiers Marching On In IDF
Soldiers with Asperger syndrome or autism are also used in some of the IDF’s most secret units for technological development.
Israeli Researchers Discover Genetic Evolutionary Signature Associated to Autism
Researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev discover a unique evolutionary signature in genes associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Liberman Apologizes for Using ‘Autistic’ as an Insult to Describe Netanyahu
Liberman apologizes for describing Netanyahu's decision to meet with head of Arab Joint Party List as "autistic."