PTSD

Charting a path forward for mental health care in the wake of war

In the weeks and months following October 7, many veterans from previous conflicts have been turning to hospitals, mental health centers, and primary care physicians for support.

By YOEL HAR-EVEN
16/04/2024

Nova massacre survivors who took MDMA show fewer PTSD symptoms, study finds

Survivors under the influence of MDMA at the time of the attack also exhibited improved social support, increased interactions with others, and better sleep quality.

Sad teen (illustrative)

Trauma support requests surged in 2023, many for October 7 survivors and war victims

Referrals for sexual harassment for 2023 reached 7,864, 65.1% of the referrals, the highest percentage of the total. 

 Herzog Medical Center director-general Dr. Jacob 'Kobi' Haviv at the geriatric wards

From maternity wards to maturing adults: An in-depth look at Herzog Medical Center

Doing Rabbanit Sarah Herzog proud: From 1894’s Ezrat Nashim Hospital to 2024’s Herzog Medical Center

Dogs can be trained to detect PTSD with their noses

Among other forms of assistance, dogs can help patients by alerting to and interrupting episodes when their companions are struggling with their symptoms.

Impressive resilience seen among older Israelis amid war times despite dwindling resources

The study was led by researchers at Bar-Ilan University and conducted in collaboration with Prof. Yuval Palgi of the University of Haifa’s gerontology department.

An IDF soldier sits on a beach in Tel Aviv

Understanding mechanism of PTSD could speed diagnosis, help repair and reverse

New U of Haifa research identifies specific neural pathways that create an exaggerated reaction to perceived threats after suffering from psychological trauma

Hebrew University launches mental health trauma center spurred by Oct. 7

The new institute will offer a rare combination of research with clinical practice, training, and advocacy.

By ELANA SZTOKMAN/JTA
13/03/2024

Medical benefits of psychedelic mushrooms identified by Israeli researchers

The results indicate that psilocybin-containing mushroom extract can exert a more potent and prolonged effect on synaptic plasticity when compared to chemically synthesized psilocybin.

How yoga is helping Israelis heal from the October 7 massacre

Maccabi World Union assists communities affected by the war, survivors of the Supernova festival, and shell-shocked soldiers.

By DANIEL BEN-TAL
09/03/2024
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