Farmer Mental Health Trends, Risk Factors, and Stress Reduction Technique “Mindful Living”

This session will provide an overview of farmer mental health, given the current
economic and environmental conditions, including the recent trends. Importantly, this
session will teach attendees the signs and symptoms of chronic stress, anxiety, and
depression to better prepare individuals to intervene. Identify individuals in the
agricultural community who can help farmers’ in crisis. During this session, participants
will learn about the importance of mindfulness practice as a stress-reduction
technique. A mindfulness technique practice will be included.