Depression
When tension with Iran feels like a weather forecast, depression isn’t surprising
From an evolutionary perspective, the human brain was not designed to live under extreme stress for long periods of time – and when it does, it pays a price.
Sexual minority Israelis report higher depression, anxiety, suicide ideation, study finds
Israel must confront the growing economic toll of depression - opinion
Sleepless nation: Dreams reveal Israelis' ongoing struggle with October 7 trauma - study
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.
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.
New global study uncovers hundreds of genetic risk factors for depression
Nearly half of the identified genetic variations had not been previously linked to the disorder.
The story nobody wants to tell: Teen suicides and mental illness among Israeli youth
“Here in Israel, we are seeing more anxiety and stress since Oct. 7 among adolescents and teens than ever before,” says Yael Avraham, a social worker and manager in the trauma field at ELEM.
The more depressed the CEO, the larger the pay, a study reveals
"Considering the widespread nature of depression among executives, additional studies are needed to understand contributing factors".
Israel needs to improve programs for reservists returning to civilian life - opinion
The return to civilian life after prolonged reserve service requires a systematic and comprehensive approach.
New twin study links higher fruit and vegetable intake to reduced depression in adults over 45
Individuals who consumed fewer fresh foods were more frequently affected by depression, with symptoms being more pronounced among those who consume few fruits and vegetables.
Each additional 1,000 steps per day linked to 9% decrease in depression risk, meta-analysis finds
An immune system imbalance can be a trigger for depression - study
A new study by psychologists at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem highlights the link between inflammation and depression
Better together: marriage linked to lower depression risk in new study
Divorced or separated individuals have a 99% greater risk compared to married people, researchers find.
