A doctor and a naturopath explain: How to restore the body to balance after a period of stress
How do stress, changes in routine and emotional eating affect the digestive system, and what can really help restore a sense of balance?
Mental Health
We are all in a transparent prison right now. But there is a way out of it
As Israel’s PTSD crisis deepens, new treatment offers hope for scarred IDF veterans
Winning the psychological war: How Israelis endure Iran’s war of nerves
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.
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.
The surprising way to calm the body during sirens
During sirens, the body enters a state of alertness. Studies show that simple petting of a dog or a cat affects stress hormones and returns the body to a calmer state.
This is how you will maintain your physical and mental health during the war
Many have stayed home for over three weeks, facing physical and mental challenges. Experts explain how to maintain health during this difficult time – and offer tips ahead of Passover.
We are all tired now, but these people are experiencing exhausting mental overload
Many of us are required to connect to the computer during the day, and despite what you might think – they finish the workday more exhausted than ever. Why does this happen, and how can it be solved?
Parental burnout, not military deployment alone, drives children’s wartime stress - study
A new Hebrew University-led study uncovered how military deployment affects family dynamics.
Psychologist: Why it is recommended, especially these days, to watch reality shows
In the midst of long months of war, watching light content can provide a sense of order and control, and why reality shows, in particular, give us exactly the break we need.
