Israeli Defense Ministry Reports 65% of IDF Wounded Seek Mental Health Treatment
The Rehabilitation Department of the Israeli Ministry of Defense released data marking 1,000 days since October 7, revealing that 65% of approximately 26,200 wounded soldiers and security personnel receiving treatment sought help for mental distress. The ministry also highlighted that the total number of wounded from all wars involving the IDF and security forces is expected to exceed 90,000 this year, representing a sharp increase of over 40% in just three years. Nearly half of the new patients are under the age of 30.
In response to these figures, the Ministry of Defense warned that the national rehabilitation system for war casualties is at risk of collapse unless the recommendations of the Mor Yosef Committee are immediately implemented to expand support services for wounded soldiers. The ministry emphasized the urgent need to enhance treatment frameworks to cope with the growing demand.
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