Mental Health

CMBM: The US-based NGO helping treat Israelis with PTSD

CMBM is planning a professional training program (PTP), to be followed by an advanced training program (ATP) in which it will train and certify hundreds of professionals.

PTSD patients find relief through hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment

The sharp drop in oxygen levels sparks stem cells in the brain to proliferate, and then repair the damage that had been done to the brain.

By LINDA GRADSTEIN
25/02/2024

Alexithymia: Why many people struggle with expressing emotions

Alexithymics have difficulty naming their feelings, expressing them, or valuing them. Emotions are remote abstractions, pesky bothers to be brushed aside, denied, and ignored

By MIRIAM ADAHAN
24/02/2024

Trauma unveiled: Insights into Israeli society post-October 7

The uniqueness to trauma in Israel is indeed unique and even historic because there are multiple sources of trauma affecting society at the same time.

By GIL LEWINSKY
24/02/2024

Six ways to remain emotionally grounded in wartime

The six techniques detailed below help us to connect with ourselves and with others.

Nation in trauma: Israelis battle PTSD following October 7 massacre

There are about 16,000 registered psychologists in Israel. Some 5,000 provide services in the public sector. This is far from what is needed.

By SHLOMO MAITAL
23/02/2024

Israeli society traumatized since October 7, expert says

October 7 taught us the importance of community support, says Metiv founder Dr. Danny Brom

23/02/2024
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