Mental Health

Does time heal everything? What you don’t know about grief – and what truly comforts

Grief clichés create pressure, guilt and loneliness; True understanding shows there are no fixed timelines or right ways, only a need for listening, validation and genuine compassion.

Clichés about grief create pressure, guilt and loneliness
Former hostage Alon Ohel performs with Israeli artists during a concert in Tel Aviv, on February 9, 2026.

From national PTSD to national post-traumatic growth: Israel must turn pain to power – opinion

A man hugging his dog

A social phenomenon: Why more people prefer dogs over humans?

Chronic insomnia is no longer a personal problem but a widespread phenomenon

50% of Israelis do not sleep well: New guidelines send them to a psychologist


New blueprint for trauma recovery: Winning the silent war of our generation - opinion

The State of Israel must finally recognize that the proper treatment of post trauma among soldiers and civilians is central to our recovery.

 Tired pensive military man feeling worry and despair overhead view. Psychological trauma and PTSD treatment at therapy session. Tired pensive military man feeling worry and despair overhead view

How to improve your mental wellness

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Before it's too late: We need to recognize that trauma doesn’t stay on the front line - opinion

Trauma doesn’t happen in isolation; it sends ripples through the entire household and can cause family members to develop similar symptoms.

IDF soldiers demolish the home of terrorist Jamil Samara in Burkin, October 22, 2025.

Navigating the death of a loved one: Each person’s grief is their own - opinion

It is important to acknowledge that each person’s grief is his or her own. As such, it does not help to compare one person’s loss to another’s.

‘IT IS important to acknowledge that each person’s grief is his or her own.’

Placing the focus on the therapist

Teva’s Support the Soul program puts therapists front and center post-October 7

The Resilience Acceleration program in Teva’s offices

Technology and child development: The potential of personalized, convenient therapy - opinion

Technology enables children and families to access personalized and convenient therapy, from anywhere and at any time.

A child sits at the computer

Healing the mind: Israel's next frontline is the battle for recovery - opinion

Mahut Isreal exemplifies what national recovery must look like.

MAHUT FACILITATORS and partners visit Kibbutz Be’eri to advance collaboration and community resilience.

A massive study discovered the habit that will make you happier

A life-changing habit – short writing about your values or strengths reduces anxiety, strengthens self-confidence, and increases happiness. No therapy, no app – just a pen and paper.

A woman writing at home

Jewish tradition, hands-on acts of service, show the power of volunteering - opinion

One of the most powerful tools for building resilience has been embedded in Jewish tradition all along: service to others.

REPAIR THE WORLD volunteers clear a garden path. Repair the World mobilizes young Jews and their communities to engage in volunteer service and learning rooted in Jewish values to address urgent needs in communities, say the writers.

British Embassy in Israel launches second cohort of HealthTech Academy

Following first cohort’s success, UK-Israel Tech Hub opens new academy for Israeli startups with a focus on mental health

FOR OVER 25 years, SAHAR has been Israel’s only text-based mental health helpline.