“Home is where my toothbrush is”: An occupational therapy perspective of trauma and PTSD following October 7th and the Iron Swords War

This article explores the contribution of occupational therapy (OT) to trauma care in the aftermath of the October 7th attacks and the Iron Swords War, with a focus on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It examines how traumatic experiences disrupt occupational identity, daily routines, and overall functioning. Drawing on trauma-informed care principles, the paper outlines OT-based interventions that promote recovery by facilitating engagement in meaningful activities that restore agency, coherence, and purpose. Clinical case examples illustrate the therapeutic role of occupation in stabilizing individuals and supporting identity reconstruction. The findings underscore OT's integrative approach - linking person, environment, and occupation - as a vital component in interdisciplinary trauma recovery and posttraumatic growth.