Mental Health

Children of Holocaust survivors face higher schizophrenia risk, Israeli study finds

It’s known that the adult children of many Holocaust survivors suffer from trauma as a result of growing up with them and hearing about their horrific experiences, or when the parents refuse to share

‘ECHOS ACROSS TIME.’ Ending war and striving for peace is a public health imperative, says Prof. Hagit Hochner.
Bereaved families, friends, and soldiers stand still as a two-minute siren sounds across Israel, marking Memorial Day which commemorates the fallen Israeli soldiers and victims of terror at the site of the Nova music festival massacre, in Re'im forest, near the Israel-Gaza border, April 21.

'Ecology of healing': Israel's October 7 trauma victims say the system is failing them

IDF soldiers patrol by the Lebanese border in northern Israel, June 9, 2026

Israel launches major reform for wounded soldiers as PTSD cases continue to surge

The Fifth Element

Sheba opens trauma treatment space in the heart of nature


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.

Passover, spring, and renewal are also a good time for internal cleasing

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.

The Big Brother 2026

Research: Fathers get depressed after child's birth, just not right away

Estimates suggest that about one in ten fathers experiences postpartum depression.

 An illustrative image of babies.

Only 30% of young people in Israel optimistic about future, Aluma survey reveals

The data reflects the feelings of the young people participating in the survey, but paints a worrying picture that is mirrored in Aluma’s ongoing work in the field.

People take cover in a bomb shelter from incoming missiles fired from Iran in Tel Aviv, March 16, 2026.

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.

everything becomes more difficult

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.

Why complaining about the war actually contributes to national resilience

A celebration of giving in Jerusalem

The President and First Lady Join Arava Doron’s Bat Mitzvah Initiative

President and First Lady join Bat Mitzvah initiative

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.

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.

Many people have been at home for more than three weeks, which raises quite a few health and mental challenges

We are all tired now, but these people are experiencing exhausting mental overload

Many of us are required to connect to the computer during the day, and despite what you might think – they finish the workday more exhausted than ever. Why does this happen, and how can it be solved?

Mental overload