Mental Health

'Predictable risks': Two more US senators call for independant probe into naval warship conditions

The senators granted Hegseth and Cao until September 1 to provide answers and open an inquiry into the issues reported onboard the USS Gerald R. Ford, USS Abraham Lincoln, and the USS Benfold.

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) sails alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.
VISITORS PARTICIPATE in the capital’s Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem march last month. The encouraging implication of the study is that these are factors anyone can strengthen, regardless of whether they are religious, according to the researcher.

Being religious is better for your mental health, Israeli rabbi scientist-led study reveals

The joint initiative with the Lema'anchem medical assistance organization will expand Ichilov's Assif Center and offer rapid, short-term treatment amid a sharp rise in mental health distress since October 7.

Ichilov, Lema'anchem to open free trauma center for reservists, security forces, families

Liron Barda and Bar Asraf

Surrounded yet alone: The hidden loneliness behind Israel’s mental health crisis - opinion


CENTCOM refutes reports of sailors jumping from USS Lincoln as conditions aboard face scrutiny

Hegseth also rejected the claims, saying that the reports about Lincoln's conditions are "misrepresented." US Navy confirmed that a sailor went overboard; the circumstances are under investigation.

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) sails alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.

New study: This simple thing may reduce stress, anxiety and depression

Many Israelis are experiencing anxiety and stress – but they do not know that part of the solution is right outside their home. A new study reminds us why it is so important to go out into nature.

Forest therapy

Meta ordered to change youth protections in $567 million court ruling

"We remain confident in our record of protecting teens online and will continue to defend ourselves against claims that misrepresent the facts," Meta said in a statement.

(ILLUSTRATIVE) A logo of Meta AI sits outside the Meta House on the opening day of the 55th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, January 20, 2025.

The power of "Agile Philanthropy" in times of crisis

Agile philanthropic partners provide the speed, flexibility, and sustained commitment required to solve complex social crises in real time

Broward helped co-develop a strategic framework to protect young Israeli women serving.

MDMA-assisted psychotherapy reduces PTSD in 80% of soldiers, Israeli study finds

While under the influence of MDMA, patients are believed to be able to engage with traumatic memories while experiencing emotional regulation, trust, and psychological safety.

The dedicated treatment suite established for the MDMA-assisted psychotherapy clinical trial, where participants undergo supervised eight-hour treatment sessions. Illustrative image.

France opens investigation into prime minister's office after employee suicides - report

The unions were able to get SPM to commit to broader investigations into risks in all of its offices, France Inter claimed, which is expected to be conducted over the next few months

Participants waves French flags during a RN party event "La fete champetre" in Lievin, northern France on July 4, 2026.

Bar Asraf found deceased in apparent suicide at grave of girlfriend killed in October 7 massacre

Liron Barda worked as the bar manager at the Nova music festival in Re'im. During the October 7 massacre, she administered first aid to the wounded until she was killed.

People visit the site of the Nova music festival massacre in  Re’im, southern Israel, on December 16, 2025.

IDF to begin combat processing program for Givati soldiers following mass walkout from Sde Teiman

The program will focus primarily on discussions with organizational consultants and mental health officers, during which soldiers will have space to share their combat experiences.

Israeli soldiers are seen outside the Sde Teiman military base near Beersheba, southern Israel, July 30, 2026.

A mental health reset: How to manage phone habits, sleep, and relationships to improve life

Living longer is not enough. By changing our habits, strengthening our relationships, and choosing gratitude and purpose, we can protect our mental health and live better as we age.

An illustrative image of people celebrating life.

New bachelor's degree to train students in trauma treatment through surf therapy

This represents an effort to institutionalize knowledge accumulated not in laboratories but through thousands of encounters between therapists, waves and people searching for steadier ground. 

"Incorporate the power of the sea for people living with trauma." Dr. Ariel Ezra during HaGal Sheli activity.