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Post-Traumatic Stress and Anxiety Affect the Daily Lives of People in Southern Israel
They report similar symptoms: extreme anxiety, compulsive and fearful consumption of news reports during an escalation, a sense of isolation, and mood swings.
Residents of the area appear healthy. They hold down jobs but pay a high price for living from one escalation to the next. They struggle with daily tasks, and many take anxiety pills, medical marijuana, and/or tranquilizers to function in the shadow of post-traumatic stress disorder.
Is There a Viable Solution?
Over 1500 US veterans and active-duty personnel with PTSD have learned the Transcendental Meditation® (TM®) technique. Research funded by the US Department of Defense shows its effectiveness at reducing stress and stress-related conditions, including symptoms of PTSD.
What is TM?
TM is a simple, natural, and effortless meditation technique for inner peace and wellness. The benefits start right away. Hundreds of independent research studies have found major increase in calmness, clarity of mind, and happiness from regular TM practice.
Introduction of the TM technique will not only improve the quality of life of participants; it may also help create an atmosphere of peace and harmony in the area.
