Autism
Haredi, Arab children with autism face inequality and delay in diagnosis, study finds
The study found two types of inequality: both in the lower rate of children who receive formal diagnoses of being on the spectrum and in a critical delay in the age of diagnosis.
Three hundred Israelis took own life in 2025, some 7,000 attempted suicide, Health Ministry reveals
Israeli scientists unlock genetic links to Autism, brain disorder using CRISPR tech -study
Subtle face movements can indicate your decisions, scientists say
Managing an autistic son's safety under rocketfire in Israel - comment
Do I need to know in real-time every time my son runs to a bomb shelter?
Children with autism less likely to suffer severe injuries than those with ADHD, BGU study says
The study at Ben-Gurion University examines the connection between kids with ADHD or autism, and accidents.
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.
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 - opinion
So, how do we mediate such a sensitive and complex reality to them?
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.
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.
