Anxiety

People are talking to each other much less – and it has a dangerous effect

A new study found a decline of nearly 30% in the number of words people say each day – And the implications for mental health could be significant.

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Magen David Adom staff members work at the emergency dispatch center in Ramla, central Israel, March 6, 2026.

Magen David Adom announces new mental health emergency response unit

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Fermented foods: Why now is a good time for you to start too

A YOUNG woman celebrates her birthday with a cake along the Tel Aviv beach promenade despite the ongoing war with Iran and missile fire toward Israel, March 5, 2026.

War does not stop Israel from being one of the very happiest nations in the world - opinion


Majority of Israelis felt anxious during Iranian attack, finds Bar Ilan survey

40% of Israelis watched more than three hours on screen during the Iranian aerial attack on April 14. Survey found 77% experiences anxiety/

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84% of Israeli children in distress from Gaza war. A new initiative gives them emotional support

The figure increases to 93% when dealing with children directly affected by October 7, with 69% of them suffering from anxiety.

 Israeli children in the city of Sderot holding a translated version of the book "Inner Space: My resilience workbook."

New Israeli study find potential neurological cause of anxiety disorders

The study discovered male rodents exhibiting exceedingly high anxiety levels had notably lower levels of a specific receptor called TACR3 in their hippocampus.

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PTSD, depression, anxiety nearly doubles across Israel in Israel-Hamas war aftermath

“Israel came under a brutal, vast, and unprecedented terrorist attack led by Hamas. The magnitude of the October 7, 2023 attack in southern Israel was without precedent,” the researchers wrote


Israel tries to return to old routines when everything has changed - opinion

Returning to old roles when nothing is the same

 OUR SENSE of routine, safety, and comfort has been shattered for now

Israel at war - Three unconventional tips for dealing with stress

In times of heightened stress, traditional advice like sports and meditation can be challenging to follow.


Coping with the stress of war: Handling the new reality

In the past month, we have all managed to do okay and cope as we look around and hear too many stories that would be almost unbelievable if they were not unfortunately true.

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How much does exercise help with depression and anxiety?

A meta-analysis of 97 studies reveals that physical activity can have a greater impact in treating depression and anxiety. Discover the most effective type of exercise.


War and diabetes: Managing your blood sugar levels amid Israel-Hamas war

The Israel-Hamas war has heightened stress and anxiety levels, increasing the risk of diabetes. Why does this occur and how can it be prevented and managed?


Poetry can help people cope with loneliness, isolation, depression

A full 50% of respondents said poetry had helped with feelings of anxiety and depression.

 A person writes with a pen.