Mental Health
The sirens have stopped, but the mind is still at war: Why is it so hard to return to routine?
"We all adopted emergency behaviors to survive this period," says Dr. Lior Cohen, clinical psychologist
Israel's psychiatric mental health crisis amid war - opinion
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Addiction in Israel: The quiet war we must fight - opinion
Even when the war ends, Israel's bereaved families never fully heal - opinion
Sleep deprived and pushing through: The view from central Israel amid Iran missiles - opinion
Israelis were jolted awake on June 13, and for the weeks that followed, they were not able to catch a full night's sleep and spent their days running to and from shelters, extracting a heavy toll.
Lessons from Shabbat under fire: Halacha and mental health during war - opinion
As the guarantors of Torah, we are compelled to examine every phenomenon that occurs in our lives through its prism, including using Torah knowledge to safeguard life and mental health.
Are you also stressed? This is the most important thing you need to do
“A healthy soul in a healthy body” is one of the most memorable sayings of Maimonides, who claimed that accumulated mental stress eventually turns into illness. And he also had tools for coping.
How to naturally boost the chemicals in your body that create a good mood
Dopamine, oxytocin, and serotonin are chemicals in the body that affect our mood. Here are 6 easy ways to enhance them, leading to feelings of well-being and self-satisfaction.
Everyone’s doing “grounding” now—but is it scientifically backed?
The grounding trend has gone viral on TikTok and beyond, with sweeping promises of health improvement. Is there any proven reason to adopt this method?
"Children are exposed to real fear – and we remain silent"
What is happening with children and teens right now? How are they experiencing the war? And what can be done if we recognize signs of distress?
Experts reveal: 4 simple exercises for the shelter – that will restore your sense of control
What happens to the body when it remains in emergency mode for weeks on end, and how four simple exercises can save our soul from emotional paralysis during war.
Under fire, under pressure: Managing stress in a war without pause - opinion
These steps allow us to maintain our personal, physical, and mental resilience – even when the reality around us remains unstable.
This is the most important muscle to train during wartime
Resilience is the ability to keep moving, even when your heart is heavy. It’s a muscle. The good news? It can be trained. An organizational resilience expert explains how.
On mental health, crisis, and (in)action - opinion
Civil society has stepped up in extraordinary ways. Therapists, volunteers, and communities have built pop-up support systems overnight. But they cannot, should not, replace the role of government.
Surviving and thriving: Coping with the stress of Israel's conflict with Iran
You will survive, and even thrive. If you have any concerns, reach out to a professional. May we all soon experience much better times.
