The war may be over, but the stress remains and it is dangerous
Stress doesn’t disappear overnight and continues to affect the body. Cholesterol is one indicator influenced not only by diet but also by recent physical and emotional stress.
Mental Health
Between routine and emergency: How do we slowly return to a reality that changed quickly?
Some 40% of Israel's teachers report anxiety, depression as war takes mental toll
Preventing PTSD in real time: AI-powered first-aid app available in English, Hebrew, and Arabic
Working through war: Six ways Israelis can stay calm amid constant threat
The following are six suggestions for dealing with the security situation in a way that may help alleviate stress.
When comfort is off the table, Israelis find new ways to cope under fire
From yoga and art workshops to online communities and dark humor, Israelis are building new emotional lifelines.
A doctor and a naturopath explain: How to restore the body to balance after a period of stress
How do stress, changes in routine and emotional eating affect the digestive system, and what can really help restore a sense of balance?
We are all in a transparent prison right now. But there is a way out of it
Precisely during the Festival of Freedom, Israelis find themselves under a real and ongoing threat. A psychologist explains how it is possible to create true freedom in the mind.
As Israel’s PTSD crisis deepens, new treatment offers hope for scarred IDF veterans
Combat veterans fight for recognition and care, while a new treatment emerges as a possible solution for PTSD.
Winning the psychological war: How Israelis endure Iran’s war of nerves
Iran’s strategy is psychological; the missiles are meant to do more than damage infrastructure, they are meant make us feel like we are unsafe.
Want to make changes in life right now? This is how you will avoid mistakes
Dina Dror, a clinical social worker and psychotherapist, explains how to distinguish between a considered decision and an emotional response to ongoing pressure.
The mistake we all make in holiday cleaning – and how to fix it
This year, Passover cleaning takes on a new meaning, and experts explain how to turn it into an opportunity for internal cleansing to strengthen resilience and cope with a challenging period.
What happens to our brain when we watch "Big Brother" and "The Amazing Race"?
Amid unbearable stress, many turn to reality shows for comfort, using others’ dramas as a way to regulate emotions and preserve mental stability.
After 4 weeks of war, it is already hard to feel compassion for others. And that’s okay
There is something particularly complex about this period. If you feel indifference or an inability to empathize with the pain of others – it may actually be good for you.
