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Study assesses half a million Israelis at risk of developing PTSD due to Oct. 7 and war

Psychology researchers rely on studies done on similar situations to create predictive mathematical model; leading expert questions study’s methodology, believes numbers inflated

PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety Nearly Doubles in Israel in Aftermath of Hamas Attack

A first of its kind study conducted by researchers at Ruppin Academic Center in Israel and Columbia University documents the broad impact on the mental health of Israelis, both Jews and Arabs, with sharp increases in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety in the aftermath Hamas' attack in October.

One in Three Israelis Exhibits PTSD Symptoms a Month After Hamas' Deadly Attack, Study Shows

According to the results, 34 percent of respondents who were asked about the extent of their exposure to the events of October 7, described symptoms consistent with post-traumatic stress disorder

Nova festival survivor takes own life; family blames state for ignoring PTSD

Shirel Golan found dead in her home on her 22nd birthday, after developing symptoms of disorder in aftermath of attack; brother accuses authorities of failing to provide treatment

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