The IDF’s ‘Special in Uniform’ gives disabled Israelis a chance to serve
The IDF offers people with developmental disorders such as autism an opportunity to serve in the military, giving them a chance to integrate into Israeli society along with everyone else through a program called “Special in Uniform” (SIU). Read more
Medicinal cannabis oil found effective for treating autism
December 20, 2021 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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Researchers at Tel Aviv University have successfully treated autism in animal models with medical cannabis oil. Read more
The IDF’s Unit 9900: ‘Seeing’ their service come to fruition
May 7, 2018 by Yaakov Lappin
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A program designed to integrate young people on the autistic spectrum into the military—in fields where they have a relative advantage—is proving to be a “win-win” for all involved…writes Yaakov Lappin/JNS. Read more
Painkillers and autism
A study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem sheds new light on the possible relationship between prolonged use of acetaminophen (paracetamol) during pregnancy and the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in childhood. Read more
