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Tag: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

0 Antisemitism Holocaust

Antisemitism and protests in the United States trigger PTSD in Holocaust survivors

Luke Tress in JTA · 8 Aug

The recent surge in antisemitism and protests in the United States since Oct. 7 has triggered post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in Holocaust survivors, particularly affecting those who experienced persecution during their childhood.

0 Holocaust Israel

Israelis are not racist. They are traumatized.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 30 Jul

The text discusses the complexity of Israeli society, arguing that Israelis are not inherently racist but rather deeply traumatized due to historical persecution, including the Holocaust, and ongoing conflicts.

0 Israel

The Ongoing Psychological Impact of October 7

Wendy Elliman in Hadassah · 26 Jun

Following the deadly attack by Hamas on Israel on October 7, the Hadassah Medical Organization is at the forefront of addressing the ongoing psychological impact on survivors, including children and families experiencing trauma, emotional stress, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

0 Culture

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 24 Jun

Psychotherapy encompasses interventions for individuals with mental health disorders and overwhelming emotional challenges.

0 Israel Music

The great healing power of musical instruments

Jewish Chronicle · 30 May

Music has a profound impact on healing and self-expression, especially for individuals navigating trauma or difficult experiences.

0 Israel Science

Israeli university launching unique mental health trauma center spurred by distinct nature of Oct. 7

Elana Sztokman in JTA · 11 Mar

In response to the traumatic events of October 7, 2023, including a deadly attack by Hamas in Israel, Hebrew University in Jerusalem has established the Institute for Traumatic Stress and Recovery to address the mental health needs arising from these unprecedented traumas.

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Israel’s Mental Health Tsunami

Hillel Kuttler in Tablet · 11 Mar

The mental health crisis in Israel following the Oct. 7 massacre by Hamas at the Nova music festival has led to a surge in PTSD, anxiety, and depression among Israelis, even those indirectly impacted.

0 Israel Politics

We are fighting the only war worth fighting.

Future of Jewish · 7 Mar

An editorial in The Jerusalem Post suggests that a new creative solution is needed for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict beyond the traditional two-state or binational state options to maintain Israel as a Jewish state.

0 Israel

During these challenging times, scaling up mental health support in Israel is vital

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy · 1 Mar

The Israeli non-profit organization Sahar has been providing mental health support for over 20 years, now crucial due to the recent trauma from the Hamas attack.

0 Politics Music

Covering The Horror; Recovering From The Trauma

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines · 27 Feb

In response to the trauma experienced by over 150 Israeli journalists and support professionals who covered the October 7 attacks where hundreds were killed, an emergency fund provided grants for psychological support.

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How do we prepare for our nation’s mental health tsunami?

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy · 23 Jan

Israeli mental health professionals are preparing for an increase in mental health cases following the terrorist attacks by Hamas on Oct. 7.