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Rabbi YY Jacobson Breaks His Silence

Posted October 23, 2025

Rabbi YY Jacobson openly discusses the challenges of mental health struggles within the Jewish community, including stigma, shame, his personal mental health struggles, and the pressure to appear strong. He emphasizes the need for honest conversations, education, and communal support to break the silence and encourage healing.

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