Idf veteran
Disabled IDF veteran says he was forced to leave McDonald's with service dog
In the interview, Levy explained that he does not often go out, especially to crowded places, because of his post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
MDMA-assisted psychotherapy reduces PTSD in 80% of soldiers, Israeli study finds
Defense Ministry, FIDF to establish new brain injury rehabilitation center for wounded soldiers
Israel Katz's populist push to pardon Elor Azaria puts Israel at serious risk - comment
Gantz approves new work compensation for disabled IDF veterans
The steps taken to assist the rehabilitation of disabled IDF veterans have been coming thick and fast since the "One Soul" reform was approved in May.
Defense Ministry to grant NIS 3,000 for disabled IDF vet. students
The grant will be used to fund a computer for 500 disabled IDF veterans.
Michal Herzog visits IDF vet who self-immolated
Itzik Saidian, a 26-year-old veteran of the Golani Brigade, arrived at the offices of the Defense Ministry’s Rehabilitation Division in Petah Tikva where he set himself on fire.
Defense Ministry launches improved services for disabled IDF veterans
The new online service is the first of several proposed ideas that the Defense Ministry hopes to launch as part of their reforms to the system.
Defense Ministry appoints team to update PTSD evaluations for vets
Mental health treatment for IDF veterans has been in the spotlight since a disabled IDF war veteran set himself on fire in April in front of the Defense Ministry's Rehabilitation Division.
Israeli reform for soldiers suffering from PTSD moves forward
Most recently, disabled IDF veteran Itzik Saidian, who was suffering from PTSD following his service, sparked protest among Israelis regarding the inadequate treatment IDF soldiers receive.
Singer Idan Amedi visits IDF veteran Itzik Saidian at the hospital
At Saidian's bedside, Amedi chose to play the song "Nigmar," a song he wrote during his military service, which describes how Israeli society reacted to the end of the 2008-2009 war in Gaza.
Hundreds of disabled IDF veterans protest by Knesset, Defense Ministry
Promised reforms for the rights of disabled veterans have been stalled as the Finance and Defense ministries squabble over budget.
Blood donation event honoring Itzik Saidyan to save lives of 1,500
Former IDF Golani soldier who lit himself on fire about two weeks ago is still in critical condition • another soldier's commander "infuriated" at his being denied support 3 years after fighting
Gantz scrutinizes Israel's rehab division after IDF vet self-immolated
During a tour of the Haifa rehabilitation division, Defense Minister Benny Gantz identified some urgent issues that will be addressed by the team working to reform the state's rehab facilities.