Mental Health
Government approves initiative to streamline licensing for psychologists who make aliyah
The proposal, put forth by the Minister of Aliyah and Integration and the Health Minister, aims to broaden recognition of foreign academic degrees while maintaining Israel’s licensing standards.
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Israel approves NIS 60 million plan to support Nova massacre survivors through 2028
Want to be happier? Slow down and reconnect with your family
Scientists discovered: A simple daily habit increases life expectancy by 15%
Studies point to a connection between a positive emotional state and a longer life expectancy, highlighting the importance of managing stress and anger for both physical and mental health.
Magen David Adom announces new mental health emergency response unit
Under the new system, mental health-related calls will be transferred to a specially trained mental health dispatcher for evaluation, instead of being handled by standard medical teams.
"Anxiety can actually help": The psychologist who explains how to win the Eurovision
Just before going on stage in front of hundreds of millions of viewers, a clinical psychologist explains why pressure is not always the enemy, and how endless rehearsals help deal with fear.
The silent crisis of men: This is what life looks like after age 50
A new survey reveals a worrying picture: A decline in joy of life and sexual desire, a sense of missed opportunities, and deep loneliness. A new community tries to offer a solution.
Study finds – women experience depression at twice the rate of men
Depression in women may appear in different intensities and forms, but behind the symptoms lies a complex combination of hormonal, psychological, and social factors.
AMA demands further legislation as AI brings risk of medical misinformation, fraud
AI has been used to promote medical misinformation, spread fraud, and erode confidence in public health services, including through deepfake videos impersonating medical professionals.
Israeli children's mental health plummets as a result of ongoing war experiences
This year's data points to an increase of tens of percent in diagnoses of anxiety, depression, and suicide attempts among children aged 6 and 9.
Tushiya: When the battlefield enters the home
The Quiet Revolution of the "Tushiya" Program by the Israel Public Health Association
Last Call: 'The Amechaye Health Retreat' begins in just two weeks
Registration is closing soon for the transformative five-day wellness experience designed to restore balance and strengthen your health.
Two killed after car hits bystanders in Leipzig, Germany, driver arrested
Police arrested the driver, identifying him as a 33-year-old man with German citizenship. They said there was no further danger.
