Professor Boaz Barak joins Drs. Hess and Kirsch in a fascinating discussion regarding the various advancements in autism research that have come out of the state of Israel. Strategies discussed include a neuro-divergent army platoon in the Israeli Defense Force, that focuses on the strengths of persons on the spectrum while simultaneously supporting their challenges.

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Composer / Writer / Author: ROSSANO GENTILI - SIAE IPI: 161539866

Dr. Estie Hess met with Dr. Mary Schuh-Clark, who described her volunteer activities as a podiatrist for the Southern California Special Olympics. The discussion let to how clinical staff are better prepared for working with a neuro-diverse population and how parents are equally helped to understand the sensory sensitivities of their children with guidance as to the best way to prepare the special needs individual for medical examination and follow up care.

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Drs. Hess and Kirsch have a very passionate discussion about the realities of AI in the classroom and its effect on the capacity for our Nation's children to learn and be creative.

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Composer / Writer / Author: ROSSANO GENTILI - SIAE IPI: 161539866