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Rural Response to Farmer Mental Health and Suicide Prevention – Resources

Selected recent or important resources focusing on Rural Response to Farmer Mental Health and Suicide Prevention.

Farm Stress and Mental/Behavioral Health
A collection of resources for agricultural workers with disabilities addressing challenges such as depression, stress, addictions, and other mental/behavioral health concerns.
Sponsoring organization: National AgrAbility Project
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Mental Health and the Impact on Wellness for Farm Families
Identifies symptoms of poor mental health and identifies stressful events that may impact farmers and ranchers. Provides information on when to seek out help and warning signs that a person is at risk.
Sponsoring organization: AgriSafe Network
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Stress and Mental Health
A variety of resources related to farmer mental health, including a poster and checklist for identifying the signs and symptoms of stress.
Sponsoring organization: Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center
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Agricultural Producers & Stress: When Do You Need a Counselor?
Guidance for farmers about how to determine if they need counseling, barriers to seeking help, and how to choose a counselor.
Author(s): Randy R. Weigel, Hattie Penny
Sponsoring organization: University of Wyoming Cooperative Extension
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Ag Health Risk Assessment (AgHRA)
Self-assessment tool for farmers and ranchers focused on physical and mental health. Identifies steps to help reduce health risks. Includes a version specific to women.
Sponsoring organization: AgriSafe Network
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Farm and Ranch Family Stress and Depression: A Checklist and Guide for Making Referrals
Lists signs of stress specific to farming, general signs of chronic stress, and signs of depression and suicidal intent. Provides guidance on how to refer a person who may be experiencing stress to get help.
Sponsoring organization: Colorado State University Extension
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TransFARMation
Podcast and radio series focused on increasing awareness of farm stress. Features available resources, insights from experts, and personal stories.
Sponsoring organizations: Minnesota Department of Agriculture, Red River Farm Network
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Farm Safety and Health: Managing Stress
A collection of resources addressing issues related to farmer mental health. Includes information on stress and stress management, coping priorities and resources, and background information on the sources of stress in farming and ranching.
Sponsoring organization: North Dakota State University Extension
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988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Offers free and confidential support for people in distress, suicide prevention and crisis resources, and best practices for professionals. Call 988 or chat via the program website. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Formerly the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
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Farm Aid Hotline
Confidential assistance for farmers experiencing distress or in crisis. Call 1-800-FARM-AID (327-6243), email farmhelp@farmaid.org, or fill out an online request form. Hotline is answered between 6:00 AM and 7:00 PM Pacific Time by Farm Aid staff.
Sponsoring organization: Farm Aid
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Last Updated: 4/22/2024