Israelis Face Deepening Mental Health Crisis Three Years After Oct. 7
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Three years after the October 7 attacks, Israelis are experiencing a deepening mental health crisis with rising rates of anxiety and depression. Studies show over half of respondents reporting some level of psychological distress, while calls to support hotlines about suicidality have increased. Despite some indicators showing a decline in specific distress calls, experts warn of accumulating psychological tolls from prolonged conflict and uncertainty. Many individuals needing mental health support face barriers to treatment or are unaware of their condition.
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- Over half of Israelis report some level of psychological distress three years after the October 7 attacks.
- Clinical levels of depression and anxiety have increased among the Israeli population.
- Calls to ERAN's emotional support hotline concerning suicidality have risen over the past three years.
- Loneliness has become the primary reason for calls to ERAN, accounting for 41% of contacts.
- Many Israelis needing mental health care face barriers like cost and long waiting lists.
- A significant group suffering from depression is unaware of their condition and has not sought treatment.
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