Trauma

The youth of Gush Katif: The trauma, struggles of the once-teens of Israel's Gaza settlements

How a few teens dealt with the trauma of the expulsion, and where are they today?

AN IDF soldier uproots residents from their Neveh Dekalim home, Aug. 2005.
Tema Klausner, President of World Emunah; Noy Leyb, lone soldier, and international influencer and Lt. Col. (Res.) Dganit Sanker-Lange, former Director General of the Ministry of Aliyah & Integration

Resilience Panel convenes at 'Post' Trauma Conference

Eitan Turjeman and Hovav Perelmuter, members of Brothers For Life (BFL)

Wounded warriors share path to healing through brotherhood

Vered Atzmon Meshulam, Head of Resilience at ZAKA

ZAKA Resilience head at 'Post' Trauma Conference


SAHAR CEO reveals surge in mental health crises in Israel

SAHAR's text-based mental health support now operates 24/7, doubling volunteers to meet rising distress since October 7 attacks

Inbar Shenfeld, CEO of SAHAR-Online Mental Support

'Biggest issue in Israeli society': First Lady Michal Herzog at 'Post' Trauma Conference

“It is very simple to reach out to people. Just ask a few questions. Show that you care.”

Michal Herzog, First Lady of the State of Israel, at the Jerusalem Post conference

Emunah: Caring for a Nation - opinion

For 90 years, Emunah has been a pillar of support for Israel’s most vulnerable: before, during, and after times of national crisis.

Tema Klausner - President of World Emunah, Tami Beck - Director of the Emunah Sarah Ronson Counseling Center in Sderot

‘Israelis are under ongoing mental strain’

ERAN’s leaders discuss the surge in mental health needs during Israel’s ongoing crisis, the launch of a national emergency center, and the vital role of global Jewish support.

VOLUNTEERING AT an ERAN center.

Emunah: Caring for a nation - opinion

Emunah works to provide tools, resources, and support to help Israelis find strength, both in times of war and peace.

LEFT TO RIGHT: The writer is joined by Tami Beck, director of the Emunah Sarah Ronson Counseling Center in Sderot and Tema Klausner, president of World Emunah.

Let’s Do Something: Healing lives with David’s Circle in memory of fallen heroes - opinion

To date, David’s Circle has supported over 600 Israelis, mostly between 21-25 years of age; reserve soldiers, Nova survivors, and those most deeply impacted by October 7 and the war that followed.

David's Circle in Thailand has helped over 600 Israelis.

Public Defender's Office: Alarming rise in crime committed by normative people due to Oct. 7, war

Many ordinary, normative citizens were suddenly faced with criminal procedures, as more and more cases of domestic violence and poverty were opened - all against the backdrop of trauma. 

 Israel Police during operation in Israel's North to thwart murder attempt, April 27, 2025.

Healing the invisible wounds: How ‘A Father is Born’ helps soldiers transition back to family life

Gideon Igra discusses how WIZO’s ‘A Father is Born’ program helps male soldiers overcome mental health challenges and reintegrate into family life.

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Gideon Igra: Men's mental health in times of war

Gideon Igra sits down with The Jerusalem Post's Studio Producer, Yuval Barnea.

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Addressing trauma before the battle: PTSD in IDF soldiers - opinion

To be effective, PTSD intervention must occur as close to the traumatic event as possible to prevent it from becoming entrenched.

An IDF soldier sits on a beach in Tel Aviv

Israel must save IDF soldiers from PTSD - opinion

IDF soldiers taking their own lives are not isolated tragedies. Israel should be doing more to address PTSD and not abandon its soldiers.

 ITZIK SAIDIAN appears before the media upon his release from Sheba Medical Center in 2023. He had set himself on fire outside the Defense Ministry in 2021 after years of begging for help from battle scars no one could see, says the writer.