Depression

War increases postpartum depression, PTSD in pregnant Israeli women

Symptoms the women reported to have experienced include war-related nightmares, feeling constantly on edge or easily startled, and disconnected.

06/05/2025

Study: Treating depression in young teenagers may be more effective than in adults

Scientists used network analysis to show that adolescent depression symptoms fluctuate before stabilizing in adulthood.

Study finds night owls have higher risk of depression

Poor sleep quality, lower mindfulness, and alcohol consumption contribute to increased depression in those who stay up late.

Exercise as effective as antidepressants in treating depression, says Professor Scott Lear

Neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki explains how exercise immediately impacts the brain by boosting mood-enhancing neurotransmitters.

Purim Shpiel: Espresso launches new coffee pod flavor for Israelis laced with SSRIs: Depresso

Purim Shpiel: The following is a satirical article from The Jerusalem Post's annual parodic Purim page, The Jerusalem Roast. Enjoy!

By SHIR PROZAC
14/03/2025
 Hostage posters seen at the Hostages' Square in Tel Aviv, January 14, 2025

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

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.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
27/01/2025

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".

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