autism

Autism is a label referring to the many neurodevelopmental conditions that span the autism spectrum.

While known to experts by name since the early 20th century, the condition has been plagued by numerous misconceptions and misunderstandings in the popular consciousness.

These include misconceptions about what symptoms are, what causes autism, possible cures for autism and more.

Autism itself ranges the spectrum and autistic people can display a wide range of symptoms and levels of functionality. Today, it is widely recognized as a type of neurodivergancy. 

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US CDC plans study into vaccines and autism, sources say

It is unclear whether US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr, who has long promoted anti-vaccine views, is involved in the planned CDC study or how it would be carried out.

By REUTERS
07/03/2025

When routines shatter: Autism, trauma, and the October 7 war

“Individuals with ASD are particularly vulnerable during crises due to heightened past stress and trauma,” Inbal Millo David explained.

Explaining the hostage release to children, especially those on the autism spectrum

So, how do we mediate such a sensitive and complex reality to them?

By LIBBY BAGNO-SIMON
04/02/2025

Autism, epilepsy meet next-gen medicine with Israel’s brain chip innovation

Brain organoids developed in Israel for testing and repurposing a wide variety of existing drugs to see if they could treat autism, schizophrenia, epilepsy, and more

Using AI to better support adults with autism, other disabilities

On Monday, an Israel conference focused on autism and how artificial intelligence could help millions of people integrate into civil society, cultural events, and the job market.

Breakthrough study at Tel Aviv University reveals new mechanisms behind autism

Tel Aviv University researchers have identified new brain mechanisms in genetic autism, offering potential new pathways for future treatments.

ALUT and OTI plan fundraiser to help Israelis on autism spectrum

The fundraising day will focus on the struggle to preserve the daily routine and activities of children and adults with autism in the shadow of the ongoing war.

  Alumot Or's Eshel HaNasi School initiation ceremony.

Shining a light on Alumot Or: Empowering people with disabilities to lead independent lives

Alumot Or champions dignity and autonomy for individuals with disabilities through a “personal suit” model. "It’s about choosing their own life path,” says CEO Ziv Magor.

  BRYAN FRIEDLAND’S paintings, influenced by the war: ‘Tears from Heaven.’

How Israel's special needs community copes with one year of war

The terrorists took the lives of some Israelis with special needs, and these losses, along with the trauma and dislocations of the war, have caused great suffering in this community.

A Brazilian Catholic family's journey to Israel volunteering with ALUT during wartime

Despite initial fear, the family’s faith provided them with the strength to continue their work.

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