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.

JANUARY 21, 2026|ByKESHET NEEV

Bereaved families and opposition MKs formed a separate committee meeting in the Knesset in protest of the first debate advancing the government bill that aims to establish a politically appointed committee to investigate the failures surrounding the October 7 attacks.

This stress will eventually cost you your health

Loneliness surged while suicidal thoughts declined after October 7, new study finds

Analysis of 17,523 helpline chats reveals unexpected shift in mental health concerns during national crisis

JANUARY 21, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Research estimates worldwide indicate that about 3%–5% of the general population may meet criteria for sex addiction

Psychotherapist explains: Why are there more sex addicts after October 7?

The events of October 7 and the war led to a quiet rise in compulsive behaviors, including sex addiction – a mental phenomenon that can be understood and treated, without shame and without guilt.

JANUARY 21, 2026|ByBENJAMIN (BEN) RIESS

A WOMAN lies in bed, looking at her phone.

Women hit far harder than men by October 7 war media overload - study

Researchers looked at what happens when people absorb trauma indirectly, through constant exposure to disturbing images, videos, and stories. They call it “secondary trauma.”

JANUARY 20, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

How to improve your mental wellness

NOVEMBER 10, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Before it's too late: We need to recognize that trauma doesn’t stay on the front line - opinion

Trauma doesn’t happen in isolation; it sends ripples through the entire household and can cause family members to develop similar symptoms.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025ByIRITH RAVEH-BARZEL

IDF soldiers demolish the home of terrorist Jamil Samara in Burkin, October 22, 2025.

Navigating the death of a loved one: Each person’s grief is their own - opinion

It is important to acknowledge that each person’s grief is his or her own. As such, it does not help to compare one person’s loss to another’s.

NOVEMBER 8, 2025ByDR. BATYA L. LUDMAN

Placing the focus on the therapist

Teva’s Support the Soul program puts therapists front and center post-October 7

NOVEMBER 6, 2025ByALAN ROSENBAUM

The Resilience Acceleration program in Teva’s offices

Technology and child development: The potential of personalized, convenient therapy - opinion

Technology enables children and families to access personalized and convenient therapy, from anywhere and at any time.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025ByOREN RAUCH

Healing the mind: Israel's next frontline is the battle for recovery - opinion

Mahut Isreal exemplifies what national recovery must look like.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025ByNOAM BEDEIN

MAHUT FACILITATORS and partners visit Kibbutz Be’eri to advance collaboration and community resilience.

A massive study discovered the habit that will make you happier

A life-changing habit – short writing about your values or strengths reduces anxiety, strengthens self-confidence, and increases happiness. No therapy, no app – just a pen and paper.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025ByWALLA! HEALTH