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Israel’s Mental Health System Nears Breaking Point Amid Surge in Calls for Help
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By אריאל שרפר
First reported by Ynet · Jun 10, 2026
What happened
Israel’s mental health system and aid hotlines are reporting sharp, sustained increases in demand, with officials and professionals describing a national mental crisis. A special emergency conference is set for 15 June 2026, while the Health Ministry says more than 435,000 patients are being treated and new public outreach efforts have been launched.
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