Psychology
Sinking, spooky feeling? A subsonic sound may be at fault
Researchers say low-frequency sound from wind, ventilation, and creaking beams can trigger fear, dizziness, and a sensed presence.
Lessons from the safe room: Navigating fear, routine, and family togetherness
'Boiling frog': Frequent dependence on AI can erode humanity's mental capabilities, study finds
Study: To fight dementia, stay optimistic
Israel needs doctors: New immigrants step in where the system falls short
As Israel struggles with a nationwide physician shortage, the arrival of doctors, nurses, and psychologists from North America highlights both the urgency and the hope of aliyah-driven solutions.
California Jews suffer heightened anxiety, depression following Oct. 7 massacre - study
In a society permeated by antisemitism, a UC Davis study found that Californian Jews are struggling with rising symptoms of mental distress.
Renowned trauma expert banned from teaching at Omega Institute over ‘antisemitic comments’
Bessel van der Kolk strayed from his course on trauma and neuroscience to share his political views on a variety of current events, including the war in Gaza.
Telemedicine revolution in IDF & rehab: Psychiatrist online with Yossi Ambulance at a click
Coping with the rise in mental health cases among soldiers: Psychiatrists now available online quickly. Eilon Shafran, Co-CEO of Yossi Ambulance: "Hundreds of inquiries already handled."
Neuroscience has a name for the way so many Jews are feeling today: Learned helplessness - opinion
Even in moments when everything feels out of our control, there are things we can do to push back against that feeling.
4,000-Year-Old High: Unveiling Betel Nut Use in Southeast Asia's Burial Grounds
Researchers uncover ancient evidence of psychedelics use in ancient Thailand.
The joys and challenges of grandparenting
These difficult times call for special measures.
Assessing Russian crimes against Ukraine at deeper levels - opinion
The crimes perpetrated against Ukraine are even worse than the objective facts suggest, leaving observers with just a superficial understanding of cumulative harms.
Suspect someone is lying to you? This is the question you need to ask them
A behavioral expert who worked for 20 years in the U.S. Navy reveals two simple questions that can immediately expose whether someone is lying to you.
Education alone won’t stop antisemitism - opinion
Psychology must be part of the solution to stop antisemitism, alongside education, because antisemitism spreads through the psychological impact of misinformation.
