Medicine

A new international study reveals that adults who use disposable and non-disposable e-cigarettes differ in meaningful ways, and that those differences vary between countries. Comparing users in the United States and Israel, researchers found that flavor preferences, perceptions of harm, and purchasing habits strongly influence device choice. The findings suggest that effective e-cigarette regulation must be tailored to local patterns of use rather than relying on a single global approach.

A new study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem examined how thought-patterns associated with unfairness, known as perceived injustice, shape people’s psychological responses to trauma. Conducted following the October 7th attack and during the subsequent war, the study revealed that as individuals viewed their suffering as more unjust and irreparable, they experienced more severe and persistent traumatic stress symptoms, even months later. The research highlights perceived injustice as a key factor influencing recovery and resilience in the aftermath of trauma.