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Israeli Survivor's Suicide Exposes Mental Health Crisis

The tragic suicide of a Hamas attack survivor highlights a broader crisis of mental health support for trauma victims in Israel, with many survivors struggling to receive adequate care and support.

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Israeli GovernmentIsraeli Ministry Of Social Affairs And ServicesSupernova Festival

Shirel GolanEyal GolanGay Ben ShimonMerav Rot

Why is Shirel's brother publicly sharing her story?: Shirel's brother, Eyal Golan, publicly shared his sister's story to break the taboo surrounding suicide among terror attack survivors in Israel, calling for more active government intervention.
What happened to Shirel Golan after surviving the Hamas attack?: Shirel Golan, a survivor of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, tragically committed suicide a year later. Her family blames the Israeli government for failing to provide adequate support for trauma.
What challenges are survivors facing in accessing mental healthcare in Israel?: Survivors report difficulties accessing sufficient mental healthcare, facing bureaucratic hurdles and insufficient therapy sessions to address their PTSD. They are struggling with intense guilt and flashbacks.
How many other survivors of the Supernova festival are reported to have died by suicide?: Approximately 50 other survivors of the Supernova festival also died by suicide, highlighting a lack of mental health support for trauma victims in Israel.
What is the response of the Israeli Ministry of Social Affairs and Services to the situation?: The Israeli Ministry of Social Affairs and Services claims to offer support services, including a hotline and online resources, but survivors and their families say this is inadequate and insufficient.

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