Psychology

A 3-part series on one of life's most significant transitions: how to prepare properly for retirement and why it has a deeper meaning than it seems. Dr. Zvi Barak, a lecturer on the behavioral aspects of the retirement process, provides insights and a toolkit for this new chapter of life.

A Gallup survey found that 6% of Americans were scammed in one year. Psychological research explains why doctors, lawyers, and cybersecurity experts fall for scams just like everyone else, as criminals exploit emotions rather than a lack of knowledge.

Did you start with "sorry," and within two minutes found yourselves in a whole new fight? It turns out there is one word that ruins every apology, and most couples say it without noticing.

Scientists warn that the human attempt to streamline discourse with computerized service agents leads to the adoption of predictable response patterns, which narrows the space for expression and the uniqueness of consumers.

Do you know that feeling where you feel something is a bit strange with you lately? You are more irritable, have difficulty concentrating, think too much, or are simply going through a rough patch. Instead of letting it pass, you open Google and type: "Why do I feel this way?" A few searches later, you are already reading about one disorder or another and are convinced that the symptoms describe...

We all know that moment: a small comment from a partner sets us off, or a routine traffic jam causes a sudden wave of rage. Sometimes it feels like anger comes out of nowhere, and it can be very exhausting and confusing.

More and more people are finding a listening ear in AI-based chats during moments of crisis, but automatic support without caveats can actually reinforce destructive patterns and harmful dependency. Liora Goichman-Magril, a clinical psychologist from Maccabi, explains why AI tends to agree with us a little too much, when a bright red light should go on, and how to phrase requests to benefit from...

The mental distress of Israeli students has worsened following the pandemic and the war, but the system warns that the responses are far from sufficient: one psychologist per thousand students, one counselor per hundred kindergartens, and waiting lists for treatment that last up to a year.

We tend to think that mental strength is related to what a person does. He is persistent, deals with difficulties, and does not cut himself any slack. But according to psychotherapist Amy Morin, sometimes the best way to understand mental strength is precisely through the things that strong people do not do.

Manifesting, or attracting reality, has turned in recent years from a spiritual practice into a huge trend on social media. People write down their desires, create vision boards, and imagine the life they want. But according to the approach behind the method, manifesting is not just about asking for something and hoping it will appear. So what really lies behind the method? And how can you use its...

About 20 years after it was written, "Oh God", Anat Gov's beloved play, returns to the Habima stage, bringing together a psychologist who has lost her faith and God, who comes to her for therapy. The production, led by Norman Issa and Yael Levental, provides an hour and a half of funny, human, and sometimes moving moments, but the banal direction, unnecessary effects, and lack of a new...

Rabbanit Tzila Elchanati and Rabbanit Pri Cohen explain why suppression does not truly make pain disappear, how to give the past a place without sinking into it, and why dealing with what was can become an engine for growth and faith. Watch the episode from the program "Meshivat Nefesh".

Your brain generates tens of thousands of thoughts a day - and most of them take over without you noticing. It turns out that Judaism dealt with consciousness management even before mindfulness, CBT, or guided imagery. Get 4 steps from the world of Jewish spirituality that will help you quiet your head - and heal your body.

You are sitting in a place you have never been, having a conversation you have never had, and suddenly it happens: a strong and strange feeling takes hold of you — "I have been here before." "I have already heard this sentence." "I know this moment." But when you try to remember when it happened, you have no answer. You know the moment is new, yet the brain sends you a completely opposite feeling...

In stable relationships, even before marriage, there sometimes comes a moment when partners feel they need to stop and take some distance. Sometimes a break allows for calming down, organizing thoughts, and returning to the relationship from a better place, but in other cases, it is the distance that reveals how far apart the partners have already grown. So how can you tell if your break is just a...

Hunter Vaughn, a 28-year-old influencer, says she moved away from her previous views and started dating ambitious and disciplined men. According to her, the change caused her to invest in herself, gain confidence, and completely change her approach to relationships.

The Netanyahu couple feeds each other the same anxieties, leading to a division of the world into "us" and "them." This principle becomes the key criterion for selecting the people who bring reality to the Prime Minister.

For years, technology has offered us a freedom of choice that seemed sparkling: streaming freed us from the broadcast schedule, delivery services made cooking unnecessary, and dating apps replaced matchmaking. However, psychologists and behavioral researchers understand today that the excess of options did not free us, but on the contrary: it only led us to a state of "choice fatigue," where...

There are moments when something just feels wrong. We have no explanation, no clear fact to point to, and yet something inside signals us to stop. Sometimes the feeling turns out to be surprisingly accurate, and sometimes we realize it misled us completely.

There are habits we adopt to relax and unwind, but sometimes they can signal something deeper. If you find yourself relying on one of these 7 habits for comfort, it is worth pausing to ask "why?" because even seemingly positive actions can sometimes be a sign of underlying emotional struggles.

A 2016 sleep laboratory study has confirmed that women require more sleep than men to function properly. Experts point to the concept of "mental load" as the primary factor behind this need.

New therapeutic groups established at Achva Academic College for bereaved families and friends, as well as for adolescents on the autism spectrum, aim to provide much-needed support in the region.

A study recently published in the journal "Appetite" examined the link between our ability to cope with emotions and emotional eating — a state in which we turn to food not because we are hungry, but due to stress, sadness, anxiety, or other feelings. The researchers found that difficulty in coping with emotions is linked to an increased tendency for emotional eating, a phenomenon that, according...

Danit Greenberg shares a revelation from her therapy sessions that led to a turnaround in her relationship, and the new rules they set to give their love another chance.

The study found a strong link between antisemitic beliefs, conspiracy theories, and anti-Israel attitudes. The researchers found that conspiratorial beliefs related to Jews and Israel explained more than half of the anti-Israel attitudes tested - but they emphasize: criticism of Israel is not necessarily antisemitic.

Teenagers evacuated from their homes during the Iron Swords War reported higher levels of depression and stress compared to their peers who remained in areas under constant security threat. A new study from the University of Haifa, published in the European Journal of Psychotraumatology, suggests that the evacuation process itself may contribute to additional emotional distress beyond the impact...

I have reached a stage where I feel complete indifference toward my ex-husband. We can now simply laugh together, move forward with our lives, raise our daughter, and calmly touch upon even the most complex points of our separation.

A new study from McGill University, published in the "British Journal of Psychology", examines the surprising link between posture, mood, and behavior. The findings reveal that our physical positioning directly impacts how we make decisions.

Your favorite writers are actually machines: a study found that readers rated AI-generated stories as higher quality when the source was hidden. We refuse to believe it, but the line between human creativity and algorithms is vanishing.

There are tasks that seem to have no real reason to be delayed: answering emails, paying bills, or scheduling a doctor's appointment. And yet, instead of starting, we find ourselves scrolling through social media or doing anything else. The feeling that remains afterwards is usually frustration, and sometimes guilt for not being able to start again.

Life in Israel is putting citizens' mental resilience to an unprecedented test. Public pressure seeps into homes, taking a toll on couples. Psychologist Dr. Maayan Boyman-Meshita offers a toolkit to protect the home fortress.

Batya Ben-Dov, mother of the 'Married at First Sight' psychologist, gave an interview to the 'Keshet 12' morning show and revealed a particularly intriguing detail about her daughter's birth: "At that moment we realized she was unique, and it was literally from the moment of birth."

Adi Atzmi tells about her complex childhood in Jerusalem, the fear of abandonment that followed her into her relationship with Or Ohana, and the anxieties of abandonment.

Eden Harel-Menashe, who recently joined the "MasterChef" program, speaks candidly about the complex struggles of women behind the scenes and the exhausting definition that causes them to hide their difficulties.

One might think that living in a certain place is more dangerous, or that there are people who dare fate. But risk is not blame. As long as people are harmed because of their identity or religion, and not because we chose to jump into a sea teeming with sharks, there is no justification for blaming the victim. Unless the victim is “me.”

The transition from kindergarten to elementary school or from elementary to middle school is often accompanied by excitement, concerns, and uncertainty. The Ministry of Education and parents can assist children through early preparation, open dialogue, and emotional support.

Two couples who have lived together for more than six decades share the principles that have guided their relationship over the years: mutual respect, personal space, small gestures, and enjoying the journey are at the heart of the story.

Singles searching for a relationship and couples looking to reconnect face different challenges, but the common denominator is clear: love is not just something you find, but a skill you learn, practice, and choose anew. In honor of Tu B'Av, Dr. Yael Doron, Dr. Kalanit Ben-Ari, and Gilad Horowitz share their expert advice.

Surveys from the US and Israel reveal how migraines affect relationships, intimacy, and social plans, often leading to guilt and emotional distance. Many patients admit to hiding the severity of their condition from their partners.

Tu B'Av has arrived and you are still single? Before you get stressed, here are ten possible reasons why you are still single — and some of them are actually flattering.

The "Dancing with the Stars" judge issued a clear message against traditional gender roles in relationships, explaining why rigid definitions can harm a romantic connection over time.

A large-scale study published in 'Communications Psychology' reveals that dreams are a dynamic process, directly influenced by individual personality and environmental factors.

Mass layoffs in Israel's high-tech sector, driven by AI integration and economic instability, are shattering the 'psychological contract' between employees and the industry, leading to a deep identity crisis.

Igal Ratzon's son manages a relationship with nine women under one roof. Clinical psychologist Amos Prives explains why authorities struggle to intervene - and when consent can turn into exploitation: "A problematic reality that should not exist."

An excerpt from Dr. Ronit Sharon's new book, "Until the Storm Passes," which presents ten stories about couples from the therapy room. In this chapter, Ella discovers that her husband is having an intimate relationship with another woman, and the two attempt to navigate the ensuing crisis.