Israel experiences mental health rise after 3 years
Three years after the October 7, 2023 operation, Hebrew reports reveal ongoing health and psychological effects on Israeli society, with increases in anxiety, depression, and stress-related physical illnesses. Data indicate a significant rise in post-traumatic stress disorder diagnoses, doubling in number, along with increased referrals to mental health services among the general population—particularly among settlers displaced from southern Israel. In the first year alone, PTSD diagnoses increased by 18 times, and the situation worsened over time. Elevated cases of hypertension, high cholesterol levels, and heart diseases have also been observed. There has been a notable rise in psychological and physical stress among children and teenagers, with emergency mental health referrals doubling. These findings paint a concerning picture of a society living in a post-trauma phase, with ongoing psychological and physical impacts since the beginning of the war.
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