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Four Female Soldiers in IDF's Lions of Jordan Battalion Denied Mental Health Support for Over Two Months

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First reported by N12 · 2 hours ago

What happened

Four female soldiers in the IDF's Lions of Jordan battalion waited over two months for mental health support, violating army protocols. One soldier reported threats from her commander regarding access to care. This comes amid a recent wave of soldier suicides. The IDF is investigating and has begun addressing the cases.

01Four female soldiers in the Lions of Jordan battalion waited over two and a half months to meet a mental health officer.
02One soldier reported her commander threatened to block her mental health treatment if she sought to leave service.
03This incident occurred shortly after three soldiers, including a female combatant, died by suicide despite seeking help.
04The IDF spokesperson said commanders' conduct is under investigation and mental health support is available in the brigade.
05Following media exposure, the IDF is now treating these cases with full seriousness.
06ERAN offers 24/7 anonymous mental health assistance to soldiers and civilians in distress.

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