Farmers and those living in rural parts of the country are affected by mental health issues, and statistically, die by suicide at higher rates than other segments of the population.
The volatile nature of farming, as well as a lack of mental health care available in rural communities and a stigma around asking for help contribute to the high rates of farmer mental health crises. That’s why the nonprofit organization Rural Minds said it launched a free, farmer mental health resilience program.
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