E194: Taking Care of Rural America’s Mental Health

Rural and farm communities have made big strides in recent years in discussing mental health issues and solutions. And not a moment too soon — between challenging commodity markets, extreme weather conditions, a global pandemic, and intensifying social and cultural situation, the amount of stress, pressure, and challenge that farmers and rural residents face continues to climb.

Today, Content Manager Anthony Greder joins us this week to discuss the work DTN Progressive Farmer is doing to highlight rays of hope. A special edition of the magazine this May highlights resources, stories, and information to help growers, their families, and others navigate staying mentally and emotionally healthy in an increasingly fraught landscape. We’ll talk about the latest research on rural mental health, learn about warning signs and how to reach out to neighbors, friends, and colleagues in need, and discuss what simple acts can make a difference in the lives of people struggling with depression, anxiety, or other mental health challenges.