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Night owl? Staying up late may take a toll on your mental health

Studies link late bedtimes to higher rates of anxiety and depression, even among natural night owls, while work spillover and ‘social jet lag’ may compound the strain

ynet | 09.17.26

All in the family: what kids pick up from our fears, without us saying a single word

Children read parents’ faces, voices and behavior more closely than reassurance; research suggests modeling how to cope with fear can build resilience instead of passing anxiety on

Edna Arbel | 08.21.26

Israel’s endless Iran war anxiety has become the new normal

Opinion: As Israelis wait for the next confrontation with Iran, the constant state of emergency has pushed elections, policy debates and ordinary life into the background

Einav Schiff | 07.23.26

Get in the game: stressed kids need a field, not a screen

As children struggle with stress and self-control, experts say regular, low-pressure physical activity can help them release tension, regulate emotions and build resilience

Prof. Ran Yanovich | 05.15.26

מקלט בתל אביב בשעת אזעקה במהלך ימי שאגת הארי

‘When sirens sound, it feels like a heart attack’: anxiety cases surge amid war

More than 38,000 have sought mental health help since the Iran war began, but officials warn this is only the tip of the iceberg, as patients report severe anxiety symptoms triggered by sirens and experts explain the impact and risks

Or Hadar | 03.31.26

Feeling stressed or anxious? 'TRE' therapy taps the body’s natural response to restore calm

Years of pandemic strain and repeated wars have left many living under constant pressure, with the body responding through rapid heartbeat, sweating and tremors; now, 'TRE' suggests those reactions may hold the key to calming the nervous system

Eitan Gefen | 03.24.26

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

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