I'm excited to share this work! In my view we can think more broadly about the benefits of relationships with people with #disabilities or #neurodiversities. Here we looked at #siblings and #empathy but it might apply to peer relationships & other social & cognitive skills ๐
Our research on #ChildrensRights and childrenโs needs during war is being published during yet another war in the Middle East. The paper is part of a special issue dedicated to childrenโs rights and needs in times of war and violent conflict ๐ https://t.co/Y0ZfCpbtBr
New Research: The older sibling effect: comparing social functioning outcomes for autistic children with typically developing siblings, no siblings, and autistic siblings https://t.co/ppVuzdv1d1 #FrontiersIn#Psychology
๐ถ The Twin Paradox: A study by Prof. @KnafoNoam & Dr. @RumYonat (#HUJI), Dr. Hila Segal & Adi Barkan (Academic College of Tel-AvivโJaffa) uncovers how developmental gaps influence dominance roles in twinsโhighlighting parental perceptions' impact.
For the full article: https://t.co/iOrlVIRG0I
The Hebrew University bows its head in memory of the 30 members of our university community who were murdered, killed, and fell in the wake of the October 7th massacre and the outbreak of the Iron Swords War. Each and every one of them was a world unto themselves. They will forever remain in our heartsโstudents, faculty, alumni, and partners. We will remember them all, always. #NeverForget
On the anniversary of the pogrom at the Nova music festival and the abduction of hostages from Israel to Gaza, let us remember Emily Damari, British, age 28, held captive for a year by Hamas. Listen to her mother Mandy calling for her daughterโs safe return โฆ@bringhomenowโฉ
With broken hearts, the Goldberg-Polin family is devastated to announce the death of their beloved son and brother, Hersh. The family thanks you all for your love and support and asks for privacy at this time.
A dark morning. Carmel was murdered after 11 months of torture. Hersh, Eden, Almog, Alex, and Ori were too. It is actual and literal pain to receive this devastating news ๐
As the new academic year begins today at the Hebrew University, a somber cloud looms over the campuses. Carmel Gat, an occupational therapy student at Hebrew U, remains captive since the October 7 Hamas attack, where she was brutally kidnapped from her parents' home. Every classroom echoes her absence with a reserved seat, a symbol of hope and prayer for her safe return.
Devastated to hear Steve Silberman has passed away. He was a brilliant writer, and had a huge heart. His book Neurotribes was an incredible contribution to the field of neurodiversity and a legacy for autistic people. My deepest condolences to his husband. I will miss him
A recent study led by Dr. Yonat Rum from the Seymour Fox School of Education at @HebrewU explored sibling relationships in families with a child diagnosed with #autism. https://t.co/4LOyQisdR0 #AutismResearch#Family#Siblings
A new study led by Dr Yonat Rum from HU offers insights into sibling dynamics in families with a child diagnosed with autism, revealing unique perspectives from both mothers and siblings, and comparing them to families with typical children. https://t.co/BQ8YxnBOLL
Many autistic young people experience anxiety and depression. To understand better why this is and how to help, we want to hear from autistic young people and parents. Let us know if you are interested, and/or pass on to others. Also, RTs gratefully received! ๐