Anxiety

Why do we constantly compare ourselves to others? The psychology behind the comparison trap

In many ways, comparison is simply part of how the human mind organizes social reality. It helps us understand where we stand, what we might strive for, and how we relate to others.

Compulsive comparison is usually about one’s self – feeling uncertain or unworthy.
Israeli soldiers take part in a military drill in the Golan Heights, northern Israel, September 17, 2025

'The emotional cost has been unbelievable': How three years of war have changed Israelis - study

At Schneider, a unique program was developed designed to assist children and adolescents dealing with avoidance and emotional difficulties, including school anxiety.

Schneider Children's Medical Center established a program for children facing school anxiety

Sad, child and crying on floor in home with mental health, abuse or anxiety from trauma.

Definium's LSD-based drug lowers anxiety in second successful late-stage study


How can managers help employees handle stress, anxiety amid Hamas war?

The Israel Institute for Safety and Hygiene (IIOSH) has issued advice to managers on how to help and support employees in the workplace during this wartime situation. 

 An illustrative image of an employee being stressed at work.

Israel at war: Tips for managing and coping with stress, anxiety, trauma

Now, while we are still in it, our best coping strategy is to be in the moment. 

 SO MANY losses right now: At the Oct. 16 funeral in Safed of Gabriel Barel, murdered at the Supernova festival.

Hallucinogenic mushrooms may have beneficial effect on mental disorders

The active compound in mushrooms with psychedelic properties could serve as a therapeutic tool through microdosing, according to a study from the University of Southern Denmark.

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Help each other: Coping with stress, trauma while Israel is at war

We are overwhelmed. We are deep in the trenches, and now we must all work together, to take care of each other, as best as we can as a country as we cope with the current situation.

 STANDING IN the safe zone as a siren sounds in Ashkelon

Eight tips to cope with anxiety during war

Psychiatrist Dr. Ilan Volkov offers us ways to identify and cope with anxiety, and teaches us what we should really do in case of an anxiety attack.


If anxiety is in my brain, why is my heart pounding? A psychiatrist explains

While your brain evolved to save you from a falling rock or speeding predator, the anxieties of modern life are often a lot more abstract. So why do we experience fear the way we do?

Anxiety (illustrative).

Do depression and anxiety raise your risk of cancer? New study says no

Scientists have long thought that depression and anxiety can lead to a higher risk of cancer. A new study shows that this may not be the case.

 An artistic illustrative photo of a man suffering from depression.

Social anxiety: Impact of forced lockdowns and isolation

For people with preexisting social anxiety conditions, the return to social life post-COVID is more complicated.

 People adapted to the imposed decrease in social interaction

Political turmoil causes Israelis anxiety, depression - ERAN

In the past week, an unprecedented number of 1,338 distress calls were received by ERAN, including dozens of calls that were defined by the applicants as directly arising from the political crisis.

 A protester lies in foliage during a demonstration against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his nationalist coalition government's judicial reform, in Jerusalem July 24, 2023.

Holiday blues: Recognizing signs of depression and anxiety in your child

What are the manifestations of depression and anxiety in teenagers, what are the causes, and how are they treated?

 Social anxiety can be isolating (illustrative)