Mental Health
‘Cold Case,’ an Iñupiaq story of heartbreak and courage, sees Anchorage premiere
Cathy Tagnak Rexford's award-winning play, set in the fictional village of Gray Bay, tells a story all too real for many Alaska Natives.
In Akiak, grade schoolers report on why basketball is a way of life in the village
Fifth and sixth graders Yolanda Ramos, Amos Foss and Brian Hunter reported this story about a basketball tournament.
An interview with former host Dr. Thad Woodard | Line One
Dr. Anne Zink interviews longtime host of Line One: Your Health Connection Dr. Thad Woodard about memorable moments during his time as a host.
The past, present, and future of Line One and Alaskan health | Line One
Dr. Anne Zink joins the Line One host roster by "listening loudly" to current and former hosts, and to Alaskans about the history and future of the show.
Maternal health in rural Alaska | Line One
From 2012 to 2021, pregnancy-associated deaths in rural Alaska almost tripled, dramatically outpacing the increase seen in urban areas.
Alaska tribes get nearly $14M in federal grants to address domestic violence, sexual assault
The funds are part of more than $86 million in grants nationwide to American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
Alaska youth need expanded access to mental health support, advocates tell lawmakers
“We know that Alaska is No. 1 in all of the bad things," Sen. Löki Tobin said. "So I think we have a real opportunity to figure out some ways that we can intervene."
Mental Health Resource Fair – Sept. 21
Alaska Public Media is hosting its third annual Mental Health Resource Fair at the Spenard Community Recreation Center (2020 W 48th Ave. in Anchorage) on Saturday, September 21, from 12 to 4 p.m. The...
Anchorage police hope focus on officers’ mental health and change in state law will encourage more to seek resources
Senate Bill 103 establishes clear confidentiality rules for police peer support sessions. It’s part of an emerging focus on mental health and wellness at Alaska public safety departments.
Governor vetoes bill requiring insurance to provide a year of birth control
Supporters of the bill said it would increase access to birth control, especially for rural Alaskans, and reduce reliance on abortions.
Dispelling myths around electroconvulsive therapy | Line One
Electroconvulsive Therapy, or ECT, is often portrayed in pop culture as a cruel or abusive treatment. However modern day ECT is far from the stereotypes.
Alaska judge strikes down requirement that only licensed physicians provide abortions
A judge agreed with Planned Parenthood that barring clinicians from providing services violates the state's constitution.
Microplastics in the Arctic | Line One
Why are microplastics so prevalent in the Arctic, and what is known about how they affect human health and development?
Arctic residents face high risk from toxic effects of plastics, report finds
The report is based on over 250 peer-reviewed studies and shows the Arctic environment and people are disproportionately impacted by microplastics, plastic chemicals, and contaminated sea life.
Alleged victims of former volunteer at Juneau’s Echo Ranch Bible Camp are suing
The people who say they were victims of Bradley Earl Reger are trying to hold the institutions where the abuse took place accountable.
As climate change alters berry production in Alaska, communities find ways to adapt
Researchers at UAF have been collecting berry data over the past two decades and communities are using that to help guide interventions.
Psychedelic medicine in Alaska | Line One
A conference in Anchorage, seeks to explore many questions around psychedelics. We talk with keynote speakers for the conference on this Line One.
BYU scientists visit Alaska to study Alzheimer’s in Pacific Islander and Indigenous elders
Researchers said the populations they’re studying have been almost entirely left out of current Alzheimer’s research and will deepen knowledge of the disease.
Coast Guardsman’s death prompts mental health conversations at Base Kodiak
Coast Guard officials call the rescue swimmer's June 25 death "a tragedy," urging comrades to use stress management resources on base.
Alaska mental-health provider Akeela sued over delayed data breach warning
According to a former patient's class-action lawsuit, Akeela waited over a year before informing patients of the breach in July.
Survey of Alaska youth reveals more mental health problems, but also some positive trends
The latest Youth Risk Behavior Survey found more anxiety and suicidal thoughts than earlier surveys, but also less alcohol and tobacco use.
The federal report on boarding schools | Talk of Alaska
The U.S. Interior Department released a report in July 2024 to continue documenting the federal government’s role in the system that ripped children away from their homes.
Disabled Alaskans sue state and appointed guardian for alleged financial abuse, neglect
Thomas McDuffie had over 100 wards in his care as a guardian between 2021 and 2023. The lawsuit names him, the state and two state employees as defendants.
Advocates, Murkowski seek next steps after Native boarding school report
Alaska boarding-school survivors and Sen. Lisa Murkowski applaud the federal report, but say it tells only part of the story.
Dealing with adult bullies | Line One
In a hyper-polarized world, it’s important to be able to recognize bullies and the ways they can affect our long-term mental health.
Alaska Public Media’s mental health coverage is supported by a grant from the Alaska Mental Health Trust and our members.
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