Idaho School Programs, Medical Marijuana Debates, and Other Idaho Behavioral Health Updates

Like other parts of the country, Idaho has faced increased mental health and substance misuse challenges during the last year. Here we look at a few recent stories of behavioral health in Idaho.Behavioral Health Services Fragmented, Uneven in Idaho SchoolsA new survey of Idaho schools, conducted by Education Northwest with support from the State Department of Education,

Have Eating Disorders Increased During the Pandemic?

Previously we’ve examined how behavioral health issues, including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse, have increased during the COVID-19 public health emergency. One behavioral health concern that has received less attention, however, is the variety of eating disorders that can affect people of all ages. Eating disorders can take many forms and show many different symptoms.

Music for your mental health

If you like music, you probably already know it can affect your mood. Maybe you put on your favorite song to pump yourself up for an important meeting or listen to soothing music when you’re relaxing at home before bed.   Research has demonstrated the benefits of music therapy for people with depression and anxiety.1 While music

Parenting during the COVID-19 Pandemic

For many parents, home in the age of COVID-19 has become the office, the classroom, even the gym. Many parents are struggling to not only keep their children occupied, but also to oversee schooling, even as they telework, grocery shop and perform all the other daily necessities of family life. At the same time, children