Ivchun in Israel by Dr. Surelle Itzkowitz (Hebrew terms are transliterated).

Evaluations, or "Ivchunim", are big business in Israel. The need for early recognition and intervention can not be stressed enough, but that is not within the scope of this article. This article is here to give parents a way to navigate the evaluation system in Israel. Just as you need to map out Ikea before you walk in, you need to have a map before entering the world of evaluations.

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Teen Aliyah & Klitah

Choosing to come on Aliyah is not an easy decision to make for a family, particularly with teenaged kids. Adolescence is a complex stage in the development of every child. Many adolescents question their social standing and how their peers view them. It is a time when they are struggling with their own identities. These are common concerns that many teenagers and their parents may have during the teenage years. These thoughts can become exacerbated when teens move neighborhoods and schools. This is even more heightened when one moves to a new country, with a different culture and language.

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