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Rosh Hashana 2026: From Emergency to Responsibility
Every Rosh Hashana, I return to the same question: What does this moment ask of us? In 2024, less than…
What Happens Between Asking for Help and Actually Getting It?
On July 20, 2026, representatives of 32 organizations gathered for an ICAR Collective roundtable on mental health support in Arab…
Before Therapy: Nafas.ai Is Building a Different Entry Point into Mental Health for Arab Communities
Nafas.ai began with a moment of not knowing. Rabea Shamaly was working as an AI engineer after completing his studies…
SpotlightBalancing Two Worlds: Shimon Eliavโs Journey as an Analyst and Reservist
Balancing duty & resilience, Shimon Eliav (one of ICAR's analysts) navigates work and IDF war, sharing his profound experience.
SpotlightSpotlight on Dream Doctors: Healing Through Laughter and Care
Dream Doctors transforms healthcare in Israel through medical clowning, easing patient stress and supporting healing.
Research and InnovationTaking the Expert Out of the Expert-Model: Lessons from Australia for Israelโs Mental Health Landscape
Shifting mental health from experts to communities: Lessons from Australia on prevention, integration, and impact.
PerspectivesThe Complex Role of Cannabis in Treating Psychiatric Disorders
Exploring cannabisโ potential in treating PTSD: relief for symptoms but not a cure, balanced by therapies like CBT.
SpotlightSpotlight on the Resilience Center of Sdot Negev
The Sdot Negev Resilience Center supports mental health and resilience for a growing community near the Gaza border.
SpotlightSpotlight on Bshvil Hamachar: Healing the Hidden Wounds of War
Bshvil Hamachar transforms trauma into healing for Israeli veterans, offering hope through retreats and emotional resilience.
PerspectivesKnowledge is Power: 5 Essential Insights into Israel’s Path to Healing
Psychoeducation fosters resilience, healing, and understanding, empowering individuals and communities to thrive after trauma.
PerspectivesWhy Israel Needs Better Data Sharing in Mental Health Care
Israel must bridge the mental health data gap for better care, reduced costs, and innovation. It's time to connect the dots.
SpotlightSpotlight on Arim Roshi: Where Women Veterans Find Belonging
Arim Roshi empowers women veterans in Israel with tailored trauma care, building community, offering therapy, and driving change through res
SpotlightSpotlight on Wuste Tsega: Healing Through Culturally Adapted Approaches
Wuste Tsega offers culturally adapted mental health care for Ethiopian Israelis, blending psychotherapy and spirituality to heal trauma.
Spotlight“Talking Together”: Bringing Back Hope to Families in Crisis
"Talking Together" supports Israeli families recovering from trauma, strengthening bonds with expert care and resilience-building.
EventsFrom the Personal to the National: What We Learned
Israelโs mental health crisis demands resilience and collaboration. Insights from Enoshโs conference reveal lessons for a stronger future.
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