Mental Health
Knesset advances bill granting October 7 victims unlimited mental health treatment
The bill was sponsored by MK Merav Michaeli and Moshe Gafni and passed unanimously, with 19 Knesset members voting in favor and none opposed.
Loneliness surged while suicidal thoughts declined after October 7, new study finds
Psychotherapist explains: Why are there more sex addicts after October 7?
Women hit far harder than men by October 7 war media overload - study
'A prank': Israel Police detain suspect for shooting rubber bullets at Ashkelon kindergarten
A six-year-old child reported being struck in the forehead, while two other children said bullets were fired at them, but did not hit.
IDF neutralizes disturbed Israeli who attempted stabbing in northern West Bank
The Israeli was taken to the hospital in moderate to severe condition, Magen David Adom stated.
Haifa court sentences psychiatric nurse to seven years over death of teen patient
The court ruled that prosecutors had failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that he intentionally caused the minor's death, but found him criminally responsible for her fatal end.
Israel must confront the growing economic toll of depression - opinion
Depression is costing Israel is costing the country between an estimated NIS 12 billion and NIS 16 billion per year.
The cheap habit that improves brain function and builds mental resilience
A new study explains how writing, even a grocery list or a WhatsApp message, helps regulate emotions, improve functioning, and cope better with life’s challenges.
Defense Ministry treating 82,400 wounded soldiers and veterans, up 22,000 since start of war
Out of the new additions, 58% are being treated for mental health concerns.
A study examined: How does working from home affect your mental state?
Many people work in a hybrid position – meaning they work a few days from home and a few from the office. Does this affect the mental well-being of employees, and who benefits the most?
You wouldn’t suspect it: Surprising signs that you may be depressed
Depression does not show up the same way for everyone. But if you thought it manifests as sadness and isolation, you might be surprised to learn that it has some rather unexpected signs.
A symptom of adult failure: Why 40% of Israeli teens exhibit violent, aggressive behavior - opinion
Teen violence is a wake-up call. It invites us to rebuild the social fabric that has unraveled. The choice of what the coming years will look like for this generation rests in our hands.
TikTok and Instagram are driving eating disorders in teens - study
New research from Ashkelon finds that one in eight college students shows signs of pathological eating, with Instagram and TikTok-style content a key risk factor.
