Study assesses half a million Israelis at risk of developing PTSD due to Oct. 7 and war
A recent study has evaluated the mental health impact of the events surrounding October 7 and the ongoing war, identifying half a million Israelis at risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This significant assessment highlights the urgent need for mental health support and resources for those by the trauma of these events.
Study assesses half a million Israelis at risk of developing PTSD due to Oct. 7 and war
PTSD, depression, and anxiety nearly doubles in Israel in aftermath of the 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 on October 7th.
One in three Israelis exhibits PTSD symptoms a month after Hamas' deadly attack, study shows
According to the results of the study, 34 percent of respondents who were asked about the extent of their exposure to the events of the October 7 attack, described their symptoms as being consistent with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Nova Festival survivor takes own life; Family blames state for ignoring PTSD
Shirel Golan, who attended the Nova Music Festival on October 7th, was found dead in her home on her 22nd birthday, after developing symptoms of PTSD in aftermath of the attack. Her brother accuses authorities of failing to provide proper and necessary treatment.
