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Pessach 2025: From Affliction to Flourishing: The Courageous Choice of Freedom
Passover teaches us this: pain doesn’t disqualify us from freedom. It becomes the ground from which freedom grows.-

Gila Tolub
Apr 25 min read


Fear and Blame Won’t Fix Israel’s Mental Health Crisis
Israel’s trauma survivors need care tailored to crisis not benchmarks and blame. The real crisis is a fragmented system failing to adapt.

Gila Tolub
Mar 243 min read


The Battle for Joy: Purim in Wartime
Adar comes in, and we are still at war. Hostages are in Gaza. Families are in mourning. Soldiers are fighting. And yet, Purim is here.

Gila Tolub
Mar 134 min read


Framing Our Future: Lessons from Event Centrality and Collective Trauma
October 7 is a defining moment—but will it trap us in trauma or shape a future of resilience? How we frame it will shape generations to come

Gila Tolub
Feb 196 min read


The Complex Role of Cannabis in Treating Psychiatric Disorders
Exploring cannabis’ potential in treating PTSD: relief for symptoms but not a cure, balanced by therapies like CBT.

Gila Tolub
Dec 26, 20243 min read


Knowledge is Power: 5 Essential Insights into Israel's Path to Healing
Psychoeducation fosters resilience, healing, and understanding, empowering individuals and communities to thrive after trauma.

Gila Tolub
Dec 4, 20245 min read


Why Israel Needs Better Data Sharing in Mental Health Care
Israel must bridge the mental health data gap for better care, reduced costs, and innovation. It's time to connect the dots.

Gila Tolub
Dec 4, 20244 min read


From the Personal to the National: What We Learned
Israel’s mental health crisis demands resilience and collaboration. Insights from Enosh’s conference reveal lessons for a stronger future.

Gila Tolub
Nov 21, 20245 min read


Why Israel Needs a National Psychoeducation Campaign
A national psychoeducation campaign is key to healing trauma in Israel—unifying efforts, reducing stigma, and fostering resilience.

Gila Tolub
Nov 13, 20244 min read


Hope Dies Last: The Children Abducted on October 7th and Their Stories of Survival
This article is inspired by a recent study by Katz et al (2024) that dives into the experiences of Israeli children held captive in Gaza

Linoy Frankiensztajn, Ph.D.
Oct 28, 20244 min read


Breaking the Silence: Understanding Male Trauma and Mental Health
Tamir Ashman on Int'l Suicide Prevention Day: men's hidden mental struggles need urgent, compassionate action.

Gila Tolub
Oct 24, 20244 min read


It’s Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace
Amidst the war, supporting mental health at work is crucial. Flexible hours, open conversations, and mental health resources can make a big

Gila Tolub
Oct 10, 20246 min read


October 7th: What Has Changed and What Endures
An anniversary is a marker in time. It is a milestone that prompts us to pause, reflect, and acknowledge.

Gila Tolub
Oct 7, 20244 min read


The Complex Relationship Between PTSD and Suicidality
Exploring the complex link between PTSD and suicidality, Dr. Leah Shelef highlights paths to healing and collective resilience.

Gila Tolub
Sep 30, 20244 min read


Rosh Hashanah 2024: Healing and Finding Joy Amidst Sorrow
Finding joy in the face of sorrow is an act of defiance, a way of saying, “We are still here.” It is a sacred obligation to seek joy, not ju

Gila Tolub
Sep 27, 20245 min read


How COVID-19 Learnings Can Help Guide Trauma Healing in Israel Post-October 7th
The traumatic events of October 7th are impacting the health of many people in Israel. As we face this new challenge, I couldn't help but...

Gila Tolub
Sep 24, 20243 min read


The Differences in How American and Israeli Soldiers Experience PTSD
Despite facing similarly traumatic experiences, American and Israeli soldiers report significantly different rates of PTSD.

Gila Tolub
Sep 23, 20244 min read


A Global Call for Redefining Trauma Prevention in Prolonged Conflicts: The Critical Role of Secondary Prevention
Secondary prevention includes all therapeutic interventions that occur after exposure to trauma but before the development of a...

Gila Tolub
Sep 15, 20245 min read


Finding Light in the Dark: Reflections on Suicide Prevention in a Place of Shadows
At Gila’s Way event on Suicide Prevention Day, stories of resilience turned a former club from darkness to a beacon of hope.

Gila Tolub
Sep 13, 20244 min read


A Matter of Life and Silence: Navigating Suicide Prevention in Israel
Today, on World Suicide Prevention Day, we are reminded of the urgent need to confront one of the most silent and devastating issues in...

Gila Tolub
Sep 10, 20245 min read
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