4 dietary nutrients closely linked to reducing depression
A new study has found an intriguing link between diet quality and depression symptoms, focusing on four nutrients with the most significant impact.
Mental Health
Afeka College's 'Quiet Tent': A space to cope and heal during a time of war, pain, and stress
Study: The party drug that relieves resistant depression and suicidal thoughts
The shoreline that holds: October 7 post-trauma therapists embark on a healing retreat
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.
Why complaining about the war actually contributes to national resilience
Politicians and even media figures criticize citizens who complain about the war and its side effects. A clinical psychologist explains why it is actually very worthwhile for you to complain.
The surprising way to calm the body during sirens
During sirens, the body enters a state of alertness. Studies show that simple petting of a dog or a cat affects stress hormones and returns the body to a calmer state.
This is how you will maintain your physical and mental health during the war
Many have stayed home for over three weeks, facing physical and mental challenges. Experts explain how to maintain health during this difficult time – and offer tips ahead of Passover.
