Mental Health

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Managing Farm Related Stress and Depression

Authored by: Victoria Walsh Working on a farm may sound idyllic, but statistics show, agricultural workers are, in fact, more likely to suffer from extreme stress and depression than others in related industries. Pressures of rural life can negatively impact mental health. With levels of stress and depression in the farming industry increasing year on […]

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Opioid Misuse In The Agricultural Community

Blog post written by Thomas Consiglio, Addiction Campuses Farmers and ranchers are disproportionately affected by the opioid crisis. Older adults in these communities are particularly at-risk. With jobs in rural areas frequently involving physical labor, many residents suffer from ailments that require pain management. As an effective tool that blocks pain receptors in the brain,

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Mental Health Resources for Farmers and Ranchers

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health is a serious concern for the farmer rancher population. Access to healthcare, financial crisis, adverse weather conditions, and the stigma around mental health issues all contribute to these concerns. Mental health issues affects 1 in 5 individuals. This means people in your community, family, and where you

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