Tag: Mental Health

The text raises questions about Joe Biden's recent anti-Israel personnel decisions at the State Department and his refusal to engage with Benjamin Netanyahu.
Rabbi David-Seth Kirshner has made it his mission to destigmatize mental wellness and suicide in the Jewish community after experiencing the suicide of his brother.
The Israeli TV series "Valley of Tears" has sparked a national conversation about the Yom Kippur War and the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among veterans.
The text discusses the rise of anxiety and stress among children even before the COVID-19 pandemic and explores what schools are doing to address these mental health issues.
Anxiety is increasingly prevalent among children, with many Orthodox Jewish families seeking professional help.
This text discusses different perspectives on anxiety.
The article discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Jewish halachah (Jewish law) and explores the potential changes and developments that may arise as a result.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the mental health of young adults, with increased rates of depression and anxiety.
In this episode of Unorthodox, former Wimbledon junior singles champion Noah Rubin discusses his tennis-themed bar mitzvah, the challenges professional tennis players face, and his mental health project Behind the Racquet.
Laughter is important for our mental well-being, especially during stressful times.
The article explores the impact of COVID-19 on mental health and discusses Halakhic approaches to mental illness in light of the pandemic.
Rabbi Reuven Boshnack, a Jewish educator at Brooklyn College, noticed that many students were struggling with anxiety due to real-life pressures and challenges.
A symposium on how parents should respond when their child leaves the religious path emphasizes the unique nature of each situation.
Dassi Erlich, a former student at Adass Israel School in Melbourne, along with her sisters Nicole Meyer and Elly Sapper, have accused their former principal, Malka Leifer, of sexual abuse and rape.
The author recounts their complex relationship with their abusive father following his unexpected death.
The tragic suicide of South African teen Adam Seef during an Israel tour program has highlighted the mental health struggles faced by gap year participants, particularly related to identity and sexuality.
The text discusses the experience of loving and losing an addict, portraying the emotional journey of the narrator whose partner struggled with addiction and ultimately died from an overdose.
Jewish Action explores the topic of dating with a mental disorder, particularly within the Orthodox Jewish community, where mental health concerns can significantly impact family life.
The article discusses the complex issue of dating with a mental disorder within the Orthodox Jewish community.
In "Tweets and Bellows," the discussion revolves around the importance of writing and literature in regaining control of narratives and accessing the deeper parts of the mind.
Rabbinical student Atara Cohen explores the challenge of finding a textual identity in Jewish tradition for individuals living with depression.
A woman from an Orthodox Jewish background reflects on her experiences with sexuality and intimacy, highlighting the challenges faced by religious girls in discussing these topics due to societal taboos and restrictions.
The text delves into a mother's journey with her sleepless daughter, Zelda, and the challenges they faced with sleep studies, parenting approaches, and struggles with sleep training.
As summer approaches, many people experience increased stress levels due to changes in routine, family dynamics, and environmental factors.
Dr. Yitzchak Schechter, a clinical psychologist and director of the Center for Applied Psychology at Bikur Cholim in Monsey, New York, has been conducting research on divorce within the Orthodox community.