Mental Health
Shift in public donations: Fivefold increase for mental health, drop in equipment for combat soldie
Data from the Jgive and Charidy platforms show that Israelis continue to open their wallets, but their targets are shifting from acute emergency needs to long-term issues.
The second year: Anticipating the Jewish High Holidays after experiencing grief and loss
Single holdout juror blocking verdict in Lindsay Clancy murder trial, defense bids removal of juror
Near the Gaza border, Dream Island offers a luxury retreat built around rest and healing
Israeli youth maintain positive moods amid global life satisfaction crisis, war - opinion
"In Israel, the reality encountered within the IDF is harsh, but ultimately produces something far healthier - far more communal and meaningful," researcher Anat Fanti says.
The reality of 'neurodiversity': Autism awareness under Iranian missile attacks
HEALTH AFFAIRS: “I want to stay in the car!” - a wartime moment exposes the gap between ideology and reality.
As Israel’s PTSD crisis deepens, new treatment offers hope for scarred IDF veterans
Combat veterans fight for recognition and care, while a new treatment emerges as a possible solution for PTSD.
Want to make changes in life right now? This is how you will avoid mistakes
Dina Dror, a clinical social worker and psychotherapist, explains how to distinguish between a considered decision and an emotional response to ongoing pressure.
The mistake we all make in holiday cleaning – and how to fix it
This year, Passover cleaning takes on a new meaning, and experts explain how to turn it into an opportunity for internal cleansing to strengthen resilience and cope with a challenging period.
What happens to our brain when we watch "Big Brother" and "The Amazing Race"?
Amid unbearable stress, many turn to reality shows for comfort, using others’ dramas as a way to regulate emotions and preserve mental stability.
Research: Fathers get depressed after child's birth, just not right away
Estimates suggest that about one in ten fathers experiences postpartum depression.
Only 30% of young people in Israel optimistic about future, Aluma survey reveals
The data reflects the feelings of the young people participating in the survey, but paints a worrying picture that is mirrored in Aluma’s ongoing work in the field.
After 4 weeks of war, it is already hard to feel compassion for others. And that’s okay
There is something particularly complex about this period. If you feel indifference or an inability to empathize with the pain of others – it may actually be good for you.
Why complaining about the war actually contributes to national resilience
Politicians and even media figures criticize citizens who complain about the war and its side effects. A clinical psychologist explains why it is actually very worthwhile for you to complain.
