Psychology
Uncomfortable taking the last bite in a shared meal? There is a deep psychological reason for this
Psychological research: The refusal to take the last piece of food is not just politeness, but reflects power relations, social status, and self–sacrifice patterns acquired as early as childhood.
War’s hidden toll: Mental health treatment in Israel surges 240%
Renowned psychologist and Auschwitz survivor Edith Eger dies at 98
Western collective Stockholm Syndrome: Empathizing with those who threaten it - opinion
The psychology of knowing and how we decide when to ignore information
Sometimes we avoid information, and sometimes we deliberately seek painful information. Both avoiding useful and seeking painful information help manage emotional readiness and needs.
The surprising phenomenon among organ transplant recipients
Studies and testimonies indicate that many organ transplant recipients experience changes in personality and preferences. Is this psychology, physiology – or a complex combination of the two?
Why spending time with grandchildren can ease war trauma for Israel's seniors
For Israelis over 60, time with grandchildren is more than joy; it’s healing, easing war stress, loneliness, and emotional scars.
Parashat Vayigash: A shoulder of tears
Though the formal verse of 'Shema, Israel' would only be inscribed later in Torah, Jacob sensed its truth centuries earlier.
Avoiding information can be coping strategy for threatening situations, study finds
“Our decisions about information are not only functional but often emotional,” the researchers wrote.
US House launches probe into antisemitism allegations at American Psychological Association
US lawmakers are investigating antisemitism within the APA following complaints of hostile environments, controversial statements by leaders, and insufficient action by the organization.
Older folks, use your new time wisely: It’s a special present, make it magical - opinion
'The laughter of the past is the melody that carries us forward,' has challenged me when I have been hesitant to fill my days with newness Similarly, 'If not now, when?' has real potential.
The third age: Between 'middle-aged' and 'old' - opinion
Around ages 65 to 80, when the child-rearing years are over, often coinciding with a move to part-time employment or retirement, one theoretically enters the "golden years" of newfound freedom.
Israel must address the psychologist shortage to save lives - and the economy - opinion
Mental health care is not only a moral necessity but also an economic one.
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.
