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Research and InnovationRethinking Mental Health Diagnosis – Part 1
Israel faces unprecedented mental health challenges post-Oct 7. Accurate diagnostics are vital for effective care and national resilience.
EventsThe Complex Relationship Between PTSD and Suicidality
Exploring the complex link between PTSD and suicidality, Dr. Leah Shelef highlights paths to healing and collective resilience.
PerspectivesRosh Hashanah 2024: Healing and Finding Joy Amidst Sorrow
Finding joy in the face of sorrow is an act of defiance, a way of saying, “We are still here.” It is a sacred obligation to seek joy, not ju
PerspectivesHow COVID-19 Learnings Can Help Guide Trauma Healing in Israel Post-October 7th
ringing together government agencies, healthcare providers, non-profits, and community organizations can create a unified front, pooling resources and expertise to provide comprehensive support.
PerspectivesThe Differences in How American and Israeli Soldiers Experience PTSD
Despite facing similarly traumatic experiences, American and Israeli soldiers report significantly different rates of PTSD.
PerspectivesA Global Call for Redefining Trauma Prevention in Prolonged Conflicts: The Critical Role of Secondary Prevention
Secondary prevention includes all therapeutic interventions that occur after exposure to trauma but before the development of a…
PerspectivesFinding Light in the Dark: Reflections on Suicide Prevention in a Place of Shadows
At Gila’s Way event on Suicide Prevention Day, stories of resilience turned a former club from darkness to a beacon of hope.
EventsEvent Recap: Mental Health in the Modern World – Insights from the 10D Panel
Sharing insights from a mental health panel on AI, personalized treatments, and community support.
EventsA Matter of Life and Silence: Navigating Suicide Prevention in Israel
Today, on World Suicide Prevention Day, we are reminded of the urgent need to confront one of the most silent and devastating issues in…
EventsBreaking the Silence: Understanding Male Trauma and Mental Health
A talk that challenged conventional approaches to dealing with men's mental health by Tamir Ashman
SpotlightSpotlight on Rabbi Shalom Hammer: Transforming Tragedy into Advocacy for Mental Health
I recently had the privilege of meeting Rabbi Shalom Hammer at his home in Bet Shemesh. This post delves into his story, his work, and…
EventsRedefining Safety in Our Times
Safety. It’s a word that carries weight, invoking images of security, protection, and refuge. According to the World Health Organization…
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