An Individual Approach to Ag and Rural Mental Health

This is an important topic; one that can’t be summed up with simple numbers and data. Real people face mental health issues everyday. It’s important to remember that they’re people, with lives and families and friends.  In this episode, I wanted to talk about the reality that mental health issues are very prevalent in all facets of the agriculture industry. Specifically, farming is a very isolating career, which can magnify mental health issues.  If you, or someone you know, are facing mental health challenges of any kind, I encourage you to talk to someone. You are not alone.   Links from the Episode https://www.fb.org/files/Impacts_of_COVID-19_on_Rural_Mental_Health_1.6.21.pdf https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/topics/farmer-mental-health https://nfu.org/2018/11/27/cdc-study-clarifies-data-on-farm-stress/   You may also enjoy… #6 A Look at Identity and Communication on the Family Farm with 6th-Generation Nebraska Farmer Hannah Borg #17 Mental Health is Not a Dirty Word in Agriculture with Jason Medows #22 The Power of Positive Perspective in Health & Ranch Business with the Native Cowgirl Cheyenne Glade Wilson   About the Host of Farming on Purpose, Lexi Wright:  I’m your host, Lexi Wright. I started the Farming on Purpose Podcast from a passion for sharing the stories of agriculture from generations past, preserving the skills and lessons learned along the way, and ensuring the best of that is passed onto those who will continue to lead the way into the future of production agriculture. I’m so glad you’re here and I hope you’ll take a moment to join the conversation with me and other listeners on social media.  Connect with me on Instagram @wrightatthemoment, Facebook, and TikTok.