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Understanding Insomnia in the Jewish Community
Hello and welcome to our dedicated space for discussing and supporting those experiencing insomnia within the Jewish community. Our site features a diverse range of professionals, therapists, and content focused on understanding and addressing insomnia in the Jewish community.
Unique Challenges of Insomnia in the Jewish Community
When individuals within the Jewish community struggle with insomnia, which is often shaped by distinct cultural and religious factors, it represents a specific set of challenges faced by this group. Stigma, traditional attitudes toward rest, cultural expectations, and religious practices can all impact the experience of insomnia in the Jewish community. Often, cultural and religious factors play a role in how sleep issues are perceived and managed. Insomnia can affect physical health, emotional well-being, relationships, and participation in community life.
Watch the videos below to gain insights from Jewish sleep professionals, therapists, and advocates. These resources offer extensive knowledge on supporting those facing insomnia within the Jewish community, providing expert guidance and culturally sensitive approaches.
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Full ArticleProfessionals Who Specialize in Insomnia & sleep issues
Doron Lazarus, CSSC
Coach, Certified Sleep Science Coach, CSSC
Sleep is one of the necessary blessings in life allowing a person to refresh their body and spirit. - Rabbi Berel Wein
Simona Noaghiul Yland
Therapist, MD, MPH, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Fully mindful of each moment. ... "You cannot add more minutes to a day, but you can utilize each one to the fullest
Mollie Candib
Therapist, LCSW
The hardest part of change is not that you are not capable of it, but is in letting go of what has been comfortable.
Rocheli Sternheim, LCSW
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Sometimes when youβre in a dark place, you think youβve been buried, but youβve actually been planted.
Marv Zauderer
Therapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
It is the song from within that keeps the pain of living from snuffing our lives. It is the song from within ignited, again, and again, that keeps the world going. β Mark Nepo
Roxanne Singer
Psychiatric Medication Provider, DNP, MSN, PMHNP-BC, AGPCNP-NC, AGNP-C, CDCES
No matter where your path to wellness may lead, you can trust that I will be there to guide you every step of the way.
Gavriel Pliver, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric Medication Provider, Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Before you open your mouth, Ask yourself: βWhat is the thing Iβm about to say going to feel like to the person Iβm speaking to? β Terrence Real
Avrohom Leffler
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Working with people has always been my passion!
Avi Benmordechai, LCSW
Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Mattie Chein
Therapist, Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
The secret to change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old but on building the new.
Understanding and Supporting Insomnia within the Jewish Community
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder across various communities, including unique considerations faced within the Jewish community. While the broader medical understanding of insomnia exists, the intricacies of cultural norms, religious practices, and community dynamics within the Jewish community add layers of complexity. Navigating insomnia within the Jewish community can affect individuals of all ages and backgrounds, highlighting the need for awareness and tailored support.
Strategies for Supporting Insomnia in the Jewish Community
Effective support for Jewish individuals experiencing insomnia necessitates approaches that are culturally and religiously attuned. This encompasses medical care that respects religious beliefs and cultural practices, community support networks that provide a sense of belonging and understanding, and accessible resources for sleep therapy and lifestyle interventions. Tailored educational initiatives and counseling services are developed to address the specific facets of insomnia within the Jewish community. It's crucial to seek professional guidance to navigate these challenges effectively, ensuring improved sleep quality, daytime functioning, and overall well-being. It's important to note that our professionals are experts in their fields, bringing both specialized knowledge and a deep understanding of cultural nuances to their work.