‘It’s All About Knowledge’: Confronting PTSD in War-Torn Israel
After years of undercover service and silence, Shir Peled is speaking out. As PTSD surges in post–October 7 Israel, Peled is helping others find healing through the Helem Club’s survivor-led programs. With nearly 1 in 5 Israelis projected to suffer from PTSD, this is a story of trauma, transformation, and the power of community.
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For more on how Israel is facing its hidden mental health crisis, read this powerful report by Maayan Hoffman for The Media Line.