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One week off Instagram, TikTok linked to sharp drop in depression and anxiety, study finds

A large US study found that a one-week break from social media cut symptoms of depression, anxiety and insomnia, especially among those already struggling; researchers say the harm lies less in screen time than in unhealthy, passive use patterns

Tzur Gueta | 11.26.25

Inside the silent struggle of social anxiety in childhood

From avoiding recess to fearing glances, social anxiety can become a lifelong battle with invisible fear; experts urge greater awareness of social anxiety in children, often misread as shyness or aloofness

Hagar Kochavi | 11.04.25

סמלים של פייסבוק אינסטגרם טיקטוק אוסטרליה אוסרת שימוש של ילדים ב רשתות חברתיות

Study: Heavy social media use in Israel-Hamas war linked to higher anxiety, weaker resilience

Survey of 304 Israelis finds intensive reliance on WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook for war news increases distress and erodes confidence in national strength, with women reporting greater anxiety and lower resilience than men

Prof. Keren Dopelt | 09.13.25

Study: Anxiety and depression cases now account for 1 in 4 primary care visits

Patients with mental health needs visit 45% more often than others; with postwar trauma and chronic illness comorbidity rising, mental health professionals urge systemic reforms and stigma reduction through early, accessible intervention by primary care providers

Or Hadar | 08.05.25

Living with OCD while cleaning house for Passover

Psychiatrists tell Ynet what to look out for as warning signs and the challenges people who suffer from OCD face during the annual housecleaning ahead of the holiday and how they may be treated

Tzur Gueta | 04.08.25

'Dr. Google diagnosed me': The perils of health anxiety

About 10% of the population suffers from chronic health anxiety, severely affecting their quality of life; despite the intense psychological distress, many avoid seeking help; why is this the case, and what is the most effective treatment?

Dr. Michael Ziv Or | 08.24.24

New study links gut microbiome to depression and anxiety

Ariel University researchers find gut bacteria composition affects social behavior and mental health; hyaluronic acid shows improved social interactions and reduced depression-like symptoms in mice, offering potential new treatments for humans

Eitan Gefen | 08.19.24

It is not anxiety that we feel, it's grief

Collectively all of us Israelis experienced a loss and suffered profound sadness, one that penetrates the soul and offers no respite, but we must realize we will prevail, together

Dr. Oren Tene | 10.15.23

'Workers around the world are crying out for help': Mental health pandemic in the workplace

Feelings of loneliness and a lack of belonging due to remote work, pressure and tension from the demand to always be available, and external influences like COVID, terror and political turmoil; Most workers around the world are unhappy, can’t find meaning and do not derive satisfaction from their work, which makes them less efficient and more prone to quitting

Anat Lev Adler | 10.06.23

Hair loss: Causes, effective treatments and dispelling panic

The truth about the correlation between hair loss and stress, genetics and diseases; Why have hair loss cases surged since the COVID-19 pandemic? What are the warning signs, when to seek professional advice and who should you see?

Danielle Pesso | 07.31.23

Helping kids cope: 10 essential tips to ease anxiety during troubled times

Block mobile alerts, avoid watching the news together, and don't say 'It will be okay'; Many children feel anxiety and fear in the face of security events, and we can help them with that; Here are 10 practical recommendations to alleviate children's distress

Ynet | 05.10.23

Never good enough: How extreme perfectionism could harm your child

While not inherently a disadvantageous trait, perfectionism in children can lead to anxiety, depression, social difficulties, and hinder their ability to learn and grow from mistakes

Ofir Houseman | 04.18.23

The unspoken price of reform: Political anxiety at all-time high

Ever since political discourse in Israel began revolving around the judicial overhaul, citizens constantly find themselves at each other's throats, even distancing married couples from each other; 'Many are thinking of leaving the country,' psychologist says

Noam Barkan | 04.07.23

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