Psychology

Uncomfortable taking the last bite in a shared meal? There is a deep psychological reason for this

Psychological research: The refusal to take the last piece of food is not just politeness, but reflects power relations, social status, and self–sacrifice patterns acquired as early as childhood.

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As trauma surges, Israel is racing to build a mental health system that can meet a nation under prolonged stress.

War’s hidden toll: Mental health treatment in Israel surges 240%

Clinical psychologist, professor and author Edith Eger poses during an interview with AFP on May 7, 2019, in Lausanne.

Renowned psychologist and Auschwitz survivor Edith Eger dies at 98

 People take part in a 'Stop Bombing Iran' protest organized by Stop the War Coalition and Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, in London, Britain, June 23, 2025

Western collective Stockholm Syndrome: Empathizing with those who threaten it - opinion


Italy's first online psycho-oncology platform offers remote support to cancer patients

Over 50% of cancer patients in Italy develop significant emotional distress affecting treatment and survival.

 Crowd of women in the street celebrating during a foot race in Rome in Italy.

The virtual world’s impact: Are we at risk of losing the human connection?

Although the Internet is not inherently harmful, the key lies in how it is used and the impact it has on one’s life.  

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Families of hostages declared dead suffer severe psychological toll, unable to grieve

Parents of reportedly deceased hostage: “I have dreams of Itay. I see him waving to me from the Red Cross van, coming home to me.”

 ITAY CHEN is flanked by his parents at his high school graduation.

After 500 days of war: Alarming amount of soldiers suffer from mental health issues

Since the war began, 846 soldiers and security personnel have been killed, and 15,000 have been wounded, and 7,500 deal with psychological trauma, including PTSD.

An IDF soldier sits on a beach in Tel Aviv

Time running out for remaining hostages, freed hostage Ohad Ben Ami warns

Ben Ami shared his message via recorded video at a rally for the return of all the hostages on Saturday at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv.

 Ohad Ben Ami addresses a rally at Hostages Square, February 15, 2025.

The process of healing: Letting go of wartime anger, pain

We must work to leave behind our trauma, and focus on new beginnings. In doing so, we grow together and add greater meaning to our lives. 

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Israel's innovative ingenuity can help with our mental health crisis - opinion

By blending human compassion with technological innovation, Israel can create a mental health system that not only heals but uplifts its people.

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How finding meaning helped Israeli hostages endure 478 days in Hamas captivity

Viktor Frankl's studies on Holocaust survivors share insight into how hope can keep one alive in even the most hellish of situations.

 The four female Israeli soldiers, who had been held in Gaza since the deadly October 7, 2023 attack, are released by Hamas terrorists as part of a ceasefire and a hostage deal between Hamas and Israel, in Gaza City, January 25, 2025.

Hamas' long shadow will require greater investment into mental health resources - opinion

We need to learn to spot the signs of PTSD in ourselves and others and to signpost those who are struggling to the appropriate services.

 Released British-Israeli hostage Emily Damari and released Israeli hostage Doron Steinbrecher are transported to a hospital after being released from Gazan captivity where they were held since the deadly October 7 2023 attack by Hamas, in this handout image obtained by Reuters on January 20, 2025.

Meta-study confirms: Yes, parents do have a favorite child

Parental favoritism can have lasting consequences on children, warns lead author Alexander Jensen.

 Meta-study confirms: Yes, parents do have a favorite child. Illustration.