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מקלט בתל אביב בשעת אזעקה במהלך ימי שאגת הארי

Ceasefire declared, but not for the mind: why the psychological toll still lingers

After nights in shelters and days back at work, Noam Nov of Amitim for Rights says the mind and body don’t switch off on command — explaining why the need for support often grows precisely when the dust begins to settle

Noam Nov | 04.14.26

'Stress speeds aging but it may be reversible', Israeli researcher says

Prof. Debbie Toiber of Ben-Gurion University studies how human cells age and says the goal is not extreme longevity but a healthy life free of chronic, painful disease

Galit Hareli | 04.13.26

ד"ר חנה וקנין-אסא, מנהלת יחידת הצנתורים במרכז הרפואי מאיר

War trauma fuels increase in broken heart syndrome cases in Israel

After a nighttime explosion shook her home, 78-year-old Ofra Reit-Barkai felt sharp chest pain and feared a heart attack; doctors later diagnosed stress-induced ‘broken heart syndrome’, a condition increasingly seen during wartime trauma

Or Hadar | 04.11.26

Gaza border moshav turns to wellness to heal and rebuild after Oct. 7

In Netiv HaAsara, the Israeli moshav closest to Gaza and hard hit on Oct. 7, residents turn to wellness programs — from breathing workshops to ice baths — to rebuild resilience and support community health

Eitan Gefen | 04.07.26

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

כשהסטרס מעורר. במצבי איום נוצרת תגובה פיזיולוגית חזקה - דופק מואץ, נשימה מהירה ואדרנלין, תסמינים דומים לאלה שמופיעים גם בעוררות מינית, והמוח מתקשה להבחין ביניהם

Why fear can trigger sexual desire, and what psychologists say about stress, war and arousal

A sexual therapist explains why fear and attraction can overlap, how stress and existential threat can intensify the need for intimacy, and why war can either heighten desire or shut it down

Maya Benita | 03.19.26

Study reveals Israel’s war divide: women more stressed, ultra-Orthodox less fearful, Arabs most distressed

Study finds Arab citizens report highest distress, women more likely to seek shelter and feel stress, while ultra-Orthodox report stronger faith and resilience during the war

Or Sofer | 03.17.26

How houseplants can ease stress during wartime: 5 simple ways to grow calm from avocado pits to tomatoes

From reviving neglected plants to sprouting seeds from kitchen scraps, caring for houseplants can bring calm, movement and a sense of control during long days indoors near shelters

Rinat Tal | 03.12.26

How to help your pets cope with sirens and shelter runs | A practical guide

Sirens, rushing to a safe room and disrupted routines affect not only people but also dogs and cats; animal behavior experts explain how to prepare pets for the protected space, calm them during alarms and keep them safe

Dr. Sharon Maoz Navon | 03.11.26

War stress raises heart attack risk in Israel after Oct. 7, doctors warn

War and prolonged stress are raising public stress levels in Israel, with data since Oct. 7 showing a sharp rise in heart attacks and 'broken heart' syndrome; despite fears of hospitals, experts stress: timely care saves lives and the health system is ready even under fire

Prof. Eli Lev, Prof. Zaza Iakobishvili | 03.10.26

רצים לחפש מקלט בשעת אזעקה בתל אביב בימי שאגת הארי

Phantom sirens: why people hear alerts when none sounded

Even when no alert is issued, many people briefly believe they heard siren; experts say the phenomenon is common during prolonged stress; mental health specialist explains why the brain misfires and when it may signal a deeper problem

Eitan Gefen | 03.04.26

דירה מידימליסטית בשכונת אפקה, עיצוב: לירון גונן

Science agrees, experts confirm: 6 home design mistakes that quietly undermine well-being

How residential design affects mental health and why poor planning can raise stress, erode privacy and disrupt daily life, according to environmental psychology research and architects who say many common mistakes are easy to fix

Vered Matsliah Ellenbogen, Kobi Gal | 02.04.26

Now proven: economic stress can make the heart age faster

A large-scale study finds that financial stress and food insecurity are linked to accelerated heart aging, sometimes rivaling high blood pressure and diabetes, highlighting economic hardship as a real cardiovascular risk

Tzur Gueta | 01.21.26

Your brain can age more slowly, researchers discover, but it's all up to you

Study finds that optimism, quality sleep and strong social ties are linked to healthier, younger-looking brains, up to eight years below chronological age, even among adults with chronic pain, highlighting lifestyle over age as key to brain health

Eitan Gefen | 12.30.25

Suffering weight gain and insomnia? This hormone has a dramatic impact on health

If you ever wonder what’s behind your sleep problems or weight gain, researchers may have the answer: cortisol. In the book, 'Cortisol: The Master Hormone', they crown this stress hormone as the most influential on our health, and explain what we should do to keep it in balance

Revital Federbush | 12.18.25

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