The next front is already here: The crisis hiding within Israeli society

Years of war and trauma have left many soldiers, families, and civilians in need of mental health support, but the system is struggling to cope with the demand. The article examines who falls through the cracks, what the state is doing, and what gaps remain unaddressed, in a conversation with MK Michal Woldiger.

Years of continuous combat and traumatic events have created a growing need for mental health support among the Israeli public, especially among soldiers and their families. The article presents the quiet crisis expanding beneath the surface: the public mental health system is struggling to handle the increasing load, and there is concern that a growing number of affected individuals are not receiving adequate care. Ariel Idan hosts MK Michal Woldiger, chair of the Labor and Welfare Committee, for a discussion on the existing gaps in treatment, the steps the state is already taking, and the social and personal cost that may follow if the trend is not addressed. The article does not cite specific numerical data or independent medical sources, but focuses on a general overview of the problem and the political perspective of the hosting Knesset member.