Mental Health

Psychologists are shedding light on "fawning," a trauma response rooted in people-pleasing — which experts say can take a significant personal toll.

For some teens, when the school day ends, the pressure doesn’t always stop, but the Boise Brick House is changing that.

Idaho’s mental health courts face an uncertain future according to the state’s chief justice.

A new youth roadmap reveals that beneath Boise's reputation for quality of life, many young people are struggling with mental health and access to different resources.

Facing one of the nations highest teen suicide rates, Idaho is testing a new school-based program designed to build resilience and save young lives.

Roughly two-thirds of teenagers are using AI chatbots, like ChatGPT, when they need someone to talk to. People are drawn to AI for mental health because it's free and accessible, but experts stress it does not replace the empathy found from real people.

Short winter days can trigger Seasonal Affective Disorder — especially in children — but resources from FYIdaho are available to help families cope.

Mental health resources in rural communities are often difficult to find. The Parma School District is being proactive about supporting mental health for young students.

A law that requires parental consent for almost all medical treatments provided to minors has been affecting children’s access to care in many ways – including the ability to call the Idaho Crisis & Suicide Hotline.

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