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Youth Mental Health

Ethiopian-Israeli teenagers face higher risk of anxiety, suicidal ideation and substance use. Resources for youth and parents.

Last reviewed: 2026-06-03

Youth Mental Health

## Youth Mental Health in the Community

Ministry of Health research (2024): 35% of Ethiopian-Israeli teenagers report moderate-severe anxiety (vs 22% average). 18% report passive suicidal thoughts. 12% used drugs/alcohol in the past year.

## Community-Specific Risk Factors

Dual identity pressure. Racism at school and in the street. Intergenerational trauma. Academic pressure. Social isolation.

## Warning Signs

Sudden social withdrawal. Sharp drop in grades. Extreme sleep/appetite changes. Statements like "I don't care if I live."

## What Helps

Sport (football, running). Mentoring from community adult. Peer support groups ("second generation").

## Services

ERAN: 1201 | ENP BIG youth programme: 03-5368944 | Tene Briut: 03-5162060

📞 1201 | 03-5368944

Research figures

If a young person is at risk — ERAN 1201 is open 24/7.

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