A new regional crisis line operated by Frontier Behavioral Health will come online by Jan. 1, 2019, and serve Spokane, Stevens, Lincoln, Adams, Pend Oreille and Ferry counties. The toll free number is 1.877.266.1818. FBH will contract with the Spokane...

The U.S. healthcare system has been challenged by an acute shortage of psychiatrists and other mental health professionals for decades, but at a time when more people are struggling with depression, thoughts of suicide and the effects of opioid addiction...

Mental health is how you think, feel and act. In general, people in good mental health have a positive attitude and look forward to the challenges of life, feel good about themselves and others, and act responsibly in their work...

Value yourself.Take care of your body. Surround yourself with positive people. Give of yourself. Learn how to deal with stress. Quiet your mind. Set realistic goals. Try new things. Avoid self-medicating. Get help when you need it.

Among the most frequently asked questions about teen suicide is whether it’s appropriate to ask someone if they’re thinking about killing themselves. The answer is yes. Ask the question. Teens who exhibit warning signs for suicide have likely already thought...

Do you know CPR? If you’ve taken the time to learn how to help someone in a medical crisis, you should also learn Mental Health First Aid. This is an 8-hour course taught by FBH’s nationally-certified instructors. Learn how to...