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Israel's Mental Health Crisis: New Initiative Aims to Help

1/18/2026

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Israel faces a mental health crisis intensified by over two years of war.
One in three Israelis reports concerning mental health symptoms.
The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) launched the National Mental Health and Wellbeing Initiative, including the Dugri app, the Or Rishon program, and training municipal staff to respond to mental health challenges.
The initiative aims to reach over 85% of population through community programs and digital tools.

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Story summary

Israel faces a mental health crisis intensified by over two years of war.
One in three Israelis reports concerning mental health symptoms.
The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) launched the National Mental Health and Wellbeing Initiative, including the Dugri app, the Or Rishon program, and training municipal staff to respond to mental health challenges.
The initiative aims to reach over 85% of population through community programs and digital tools.