PTSD

Teen depression

Rabbis must stop defending child molesters, instead of those sexually abused - opinion

The hard truth is that having prominent individuals extolling the virtues of a sexual predator can be triggering for any victim of sexual abuse, as their personal trauma is rekindled.

By RABBI ZVI GLUCK
12/12/2024

Only 500 of the 13,000 lone reservists have received mental health support since Oct. 7

The war is also taking a psychological toll on thousands of lone soldiers, most of whom need mental health support.

By DR. ITAI GAL
06/12/2024

Viral statistics about Nova survivors’ suicides are unsubstantiated, but survivors face a crisis

“It’s in the government’s interest to keep the number of suicides quiet, they don’t want it to spread,” said Daniel Sharabi, a Nova survivor who saved dozens of lives.

By DEBORAH DANAN/JTA
03/12/2024

High Court offers compromise on military funeral for Asaf Dagan, after taking his own life

Dagan took his own life in Atlit in October after suffering from severe PTSD.

'He gave 20 years to the army': Family of IAF navigator petitions High Court for military burial

Dagan's family presented evidence that he was called for reserve duty on the day he ended his life, countering the military's claim that he was not on active reserve duty at the time of his death. 

Hypnosis for healing: Galilee Medical Center launches hypnosis training course for staff

The hypnosis course will allow medical and psychological professionals to take the Health Ministry's licensing exam and become licensed hypnotists.

Shirel Golan's death highlights urgent need for mental health reform post-Oct. 7

This is not just a moral duty but also a national interest of the highest order. Shirel Golan’s death must be the final warning sign. 

By TALI NIR
04/11/2024

My Word: Splits within Israeli society and calls for unity

Emigration, military refusals, and calls for unity mark Israel's internal struggles post-October 7. As divisions deepen, questions arise about commitment, resilience, and the future of Israel.

From Israel front lines to New York's marathon

For some, running is more than a sport.

By ITAMAR SHEVACH
31/10/2024

Mothers play a pivotal role in reducing PTSD among children in southern Israel, study finds

The study, published in Stress and Health, specifically looked at how a mother's responses to stress affect her children.

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