Across the state, Idaho is grappling with the challenge of providing adequate behavioral health services amidst a clinician shortage. Meanwhile, policymakers and law enforcement are diligently working to curb substance misuse and mitigate overdose fatalities. This overview highlights significant developments in Idaho’s effort to enhance drug treatment and mental health services Idaho Plans to Increase…
From rural mental healthcare to substance abuse treatment programs, there have been several exciting developments for behavioral health in Idaho. Let’s take a look at some of the news circulating in the Gem State. Idaho State Police Launches Addiction Treatment Pilot Idaho State Police (ISP) is launching Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD), a “pre-arrest program”…
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 Schools A new survey of Idaho schools, conducted by Education Northwest with support from the…