E136: Tune in to Mental Health on the Farm

Mental health is a topic that’s growing more prominent in the agricultural space as more and more farmers and ag professionals come to terms with how important it is not only to be physically well, but to be mentally and emotionally healthy too. In recent years, conversations have flourished at national ag meetings and in local communities and peer groups as growers and those around them flex their skills at reaching out and helping one another, especially during stressful seasons. Today, Rural Mental Health Expert Dr. Josie Rudolphi joins us to discuss her recent research on farm family psychology and how to apply what she and her colleagues are learning about stress and anxiety on farm to help keep your farm family and business healthy this year. She’ll dive into how children and adolescents can be affected by stress and depression in farm settings, and how to help them through difficult times with strategies around communication and support. Plus, she’ll discuss how to identify warning signs, what resources are available, and even how to think about mental health first aid. For all the resources and information provided by the North Central Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Center, visit: https://farmstress.org/To find your local Concern Hotline number: https://www.concernhotline.org/To learn more about Mental Health First Aid: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/