Tag: Ptsd

In "1974: A Personal History" by Francine Prose, the author reflects on her brief, intense relationship with antiwar activist Tony Russo in the 1970s, set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War era.
"Freud's Last Session" is a film that portrays a fictional meeting between Sigmund Freud and C.S. Lewis, exploring their contrasting views on religion amidst the backdrop of World War II.
During times of conflict near the Gaza border, individuals like Gitit Zamir Botera in Sderot manage the National Digital Center to communicate the experiences of those living on the frontline.
The ongoing mental health crisis in Israel, exacerbated by the recent conflict, has highlighted the significant lack of mental health support for individuals with disabilities, who make up 20% of the population.
Brook Parker-Bello, a survivor of human trafficking and advocate for victims, felt a deep connection with the hostages kidnapped by Hamas following her own traumatic experiences.
Sheila Brill, in her book "Can I speak to Josephine please?," recounts her traumatic experience following the birth of her profoundly disabled daughter, Josephine, which led to her suffering from PTSD.
In "Civil War," a film reviewed by John Nathan, director Alex Garland portrays a disunited United States where a photojournalist and a writer embark on a road trip to interview a besieged president amidst chaos and conflict.
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem has launched the Institute for Traumatic Stress and Recovery in response to the October 7, 2023 Hamass attack that resulted in significant trauma for Israelis.
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.
Since the start of the Israel-Hamas war in October, nearly 6,000 Israeli soldiers have been injured, with a projected total possibly reaching 20,000 by the end of 2024 – the highest in Israel's history.
Israeli reservists who have returned home after serving in Gaza are facing challenges as they transition back into civilian life.
Sheba Medical Center in Israel has been using innovative simulation systems and unique tools to provide war-related rehabilitation.
Survivors of the Nova massacre, in which 1,200 Israelis were killed, including attendees of the Nova music festival near Gaza, are finding healing and support at a therapy center in Kibbutz Hazorea, Israel.
Sherri Mandell, the mother of a 13-year-old boy who was murdered by terrorists in Israel, reflects on the release of videos documenting a recent massacre and the impact of graphic violent imagery.
BeLev Echad, an organization that equips wounded IDF soldiers to help newly wounded soldiers rehabilitate, is providing support to victims of the recent Hamas attacks in Israel.
This article tells the story of Sam Morrison, a Jewish World War II ski trooper veteran from the Bronx.
American defense planners are concerned about their dwindling stockpiles of missiles and munitions as they support Ukraine in its war against Russia.
A $1.1 million gift has been donated by the Kohn family from Vancouver to establish the Toni Kohn House, a permanent youth center in Sderot, Israel.
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.
"Valley of Tears," an Israeli-American coproduction, is the most substantial treatment of the Yom Kippur War committed to film.
A survey conducted by the Pew Research Center found that religious faith in the United States actually strengthened during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite the closure of most houses of worship and the increase in the death toll.