Mental Health

Now more than ever kids are needing the support of the adults in their life. This is why St. Luke's is hosting a virtual health talk on "How to Show up for Young People with Compassion and Understanding."

Idaho Matters takes a look at the news that made headlines this week, including an update on a former Boise City Council member who is working to get her seat back, a look at the student mental health crisis and why North Idaho College could lose its accreditation.

The 8th annual Marilyn Shuler Human Rights Forum - A Conversation About Mental Health

Students at Idaho’s colleges and universities are still reporting significant mental health issues after the COVID-19 pandemic spiked counseling visits.

Parenting can be stressful, but when you have children with chronic illness or complex medical conditions, stress is often not the only thing that caregivers struggle with. That's why one professor has started a new study that looks at whether or not practicing mindfulness could help improve the mental health of parents dealing with higher than usual stress levels.

Idaho Matters takes a look at a new tool that is helping support the mental health professionals who assist kids in crisis.

Idaho Matters takes a look at the importance of embracing your emotions.

Mountain West states are reporting shortages of mental health care professionals like psychiatrists and counselors as demand for services is on the rise.

Here in Idaho, and around the country, students are struggling with their mental health and schools are in short supply of professionals that are equipped to handle their needs. That's why resources like The Student and Family Assistance Program are so important.

Nothing prepares anyone – survivors, first responders, community members – for dealing with the intense emotions that follow a mass shooting. The mental trauma was immediate for those at the Route 91 Harvest music festival.