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Hisham Al-Sayed released after over a decade in Hamas captivity
The Horrific 10-Year Nightmare - Why were they not a priority?

Hamas held mentally ill Israelis hostages for over a decade: A tale of abuse and neglect

The harrowing tale of Avera Mengistu and Hisham al-Sayed, two mentally ill Israelis, sheds light on the depths of cruelty to which Hamas subjected them during their decade-long captivity. 

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Military helicopter with released hostages arrives at the Rabin Medical Center in Petah Tikva, February 22, 202

Historic Hostage Release

Hisham Al-Sayed returns home after nearly a decade in Gaza

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Shiri, Ariel and Kfir Bibas

 A Fascinating Psychological Analysis

Elizabeth Kubler Ross' 5 stages of grief: The emotional journey of a nation at war

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People gather at Hostage square in Tel Aviv, on the day of the release of the bodies of four Israeli hostages from Hamas captivity, February 20, 2025

So important

Supporting our children through national trauma: A guide for Israeli parents

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Zahava Shaul, mother of late Israeli soldier Oron Shaul mourn during her son funeral at the cemetery in Poria Illit on January 20, 2025.

Based on Emotional Awareness Research

Israel braces for tomorrow's agony: How to cope during our darkest hours

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Fascinating

A therapist reveals: How to help your child thrive in therapy (and what not to do)

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Illustrative: Trauma / sadness

Mental Health Crisis in Israel: 3 Million Affected

Shocking report reveals:  Millions suffering with mental health, yet less than 1% receive treatment

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Israeli soldiers from the Netzah Yehuda Battalion patrol near the Israeli-Gaza border

Combat Veteran’s Life Saved by a Single Shot

How a split-second decision saved the life of a combat veteran on the Gaza border

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Depressed teenager kid girl taking hand of adult woman

Absolutely devastating

13 year old Adva Miriam took her life after shocking bullying - Now her mother is speaking out

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Friendship isn't supposed to hurt

Toxic Friends: When it's time to let go

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Evyatar Banai

Discussions about mental health are so 2025

Israeli rock star Evyatar Banai opens up about his struggles with addiction 

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People take cover as a siren sounds a warning of incoming missiles fired from Lebanon during the funeral of Israeli soldier First sergeant Yair Hananya in Mitzpe Netofa

During the chaos

Finding Inner Peace When Sirens Wail: A Guide to Self-Care During Rocket Attacks

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Israeli soldier mourns for the fallen soldiers of Israel on Yom HaZikaron - Israel Memorial Day

1.25 Million Mental Health Treatments: Israel's Hidden War Cost Exposed

Revealed: The Staggering Mental Health Toll of War in Israel's Latest Numbers

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Workers working at a cannabis farm in central Israel, on December 4, 2024

PTSD RELIEF HANGS IN THE BALANCE

Israel could ban Medical Cannabis for PTSD – Here's what we know

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Scene of the attack in Jerusalem

Daughter of Prominent Rabbi Injured in Jerusalem Stabbing Incident

Ruti Kepler, Daughter of HaRav Shaul Altar, Injured in Jerusalem Stabbing Attack

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Sleep deprivation

War affects so many aspects of our lives...How do we stop it?

How to improve sleep quality during the stresses of War

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Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen

 Against All Odds

OPINION: The Surprising Secret Behind Israeli Happiness

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Illustrative: Trauma / sadness

As Jews we are not alone, not ever

How to feel better during a time of war, winter, and overall stress

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Teen smoking

Another Crisis on our Doorstep

Israel's teens turn to drugs and alcohol to cope with the war

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Illustrative: Psychotherapy

A whole new world

The Secret World of Hypnosis - Should you try it?

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