Anxiety

War does not stop Israel from being one of the very happiest nations in the world - opinion

Amid war and uncertainty, Israelis, especially the young, find purpose, unity, and resilience, helping make Israel one of the world’s happiest nations.

A YOUNG woman celebrates her birthday with a cake along the Tel Aviv beach promenade despite the ongoing war with Iran and missile fire toward Israel, March 5, 2026.
A combination image shows an injection pen of Zepbound, Eli Lilly's weight loss drug, and boxes of Wegovy, made by Novo Nordisk.

Research ties GLP-1 injections to fewer setbacks in anxiety and depression

Sugary drinks such as soft drinks, energy drinks and sweetened juices may be linked to an increased risk of anxiety among teenagers

Study found: This drink is one of the main causes of anxiety in teenagers

Khan Izun

A new therapeutic–rehabilitation space in nature for residents of the South


Families of deceased hostages suffer without recognition or support, report finds

Seventeen family members of varying degrees of relation were interviewed with informed consent by Dr. Einat Yehene, a rehabilitation psychologist with the Hostage Families Forum Health Division.

 Hostage posters seen at the Hostages' Square in Tel Aviv, January 14, 2025

Hamas' long shadow will require greater investment into mental health resources - opinion

We need to learn to spot the signs of PTSD in ourselves and others and to signpost those who are struggling to the appropriate services.

 Released British-Israeli hostage Emily Damari and released Israeli hostage Doron Steinbrecher are transported to a hospital after being released from Gazan captivity where they were held since the deadly October 7 2023 attack by Hamas, in this handout image obtained by Reuters on January 20, 2025.

Ocean of hope: Asking for help is never a sign of weakness - opinion

Asking for help is among the bravest and most empowering choices we can make.

 ISRAELI SURFER Anat Lelior in action during the Surfing Women’s Round Heat 2 of the Paris 2024 Olympics, in Tahiti, French Polynesia, in August.

Natal, Nickelodeon team up for stress-coping wartime videos for children

The first-of-its-kind campaign. called “I’ve Got Me,” gives Israeli children and teens tools to deal with stress and anxiety following the events of October 7 and the war.

 LINOY ASHRAM (left) takes part in the ‘I’ve Got Me’ campaign to give Israeli children and teens tools to deal with stress and anxiety following the events of October 7 and the war.

Chinese woman wins 10,000 yuan in 8-hour phone-free challenge in Chongqing

Contestants wore specialized wrist straps to monitor their sleep and anxiety levels.

 Phone addiction.

The most important item in your home isn’t furniture or art

We often think of home design and ambiance as essential elements of our lives, but a small, often overlooked item may be the key to our well-being.

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It is vital for Israel to invest in its mental health caregivers - opinion

Preserving our national resilience requires remembering that investing in mental health is not only an immediate need but also a vital preparation for whatever challenges may lie ahead. 

People crying and hugging with the Israeli flag in the background

How Western Negev residents cope with trauma after October 7 - study

The study reveals that older participants exhibited lower signs of stress and anxiety than younger ones.

 DESTRUCTION CAUSED by Hamas terrorists at Kibbutz Be’eri, near the Israel-Gaza border, on October 7 last year: ‘As with every Israeli, I had people around me affected by the massacre. My sister-in-law’s family was slaughtered in Kibbutz Be’eri,’ the writer mourns.

Extreme picky-eating: Disorder causes children to avoid and fear food

ARFID is categorized by extreme selective eating, in which a child avoids eating certain foods, leading to developmental challenges.

Baby eating food. (illustrative)

Toll of war: People 317% more likely to use anti-anxiety medication after October 7

During times of heightened national security tensions in Israel, people are more likely to purchase the medications, researchers from the Kahn-Sagol-Maccabi found.

 COPING WITH anxiety.