Israel’s Health Ministry issued new guidelines for treating former Hamas hostages, focusing on trauma recovery, reintegration, and mental health support.
Our message is clear: These spaces must be integrated into routine care. They must not be seen as temporary emergency solutions – they should be part of the public health system.
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.
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.
Asking for help is among the bravest and most empowering choices we can make.
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.
Contestants wore specialized wrist straps to monitor their sleep and anxiety levels.
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.
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.
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