mental health

Fighting the Winter Blues
Fighting the Winter Blues
Fighting the Winter Blues
We’re in the final stretches of winter; the first day of spring in March 20th.  But, we still have a few weeks to go, and research shows 40% of Americans report their mood declines during the winter.  Gloomy feelings this time of year can lead to fatigue and depression, but experts have strategies to boost your mood year-round.   Rhonda Randall, ...
Lawmakers Ask For AgriStress Funding
Lawmakers Ask For AgriStress Funding
Lawmakers Ask For AgriStress Funding
Oregon’s AgriStress Helpline is running out of money.  Northeastern Oregon State Representative Bobby Levy said the 24-7 crisis line provides a critical service to rural communities.   "Farmers, ranchers, loggers, commercial fishers experience significantly higher suicide rates than any other profession.”   Eastern Or...
WSU’s Weybright Recognized For Work With Young People
WSU’s Weybright Recognized For Work With Young People
WSU’s Weybright Recognized For Work With Young People
Washington State University's Elizabeth Weybright, a was recently recognized nationally for her efforts to promote adolescent health. An associate professor and adolescent Extension specialist in Washington State University’s Department of Human Development, Weybright was one of two public university scholars to be honored with the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities‘  2024 Board on
Don’t Ignore Emotional Difficulties During The Holidays
Don’t Ignore Emotional Difficulties During The Holidays
Don’t Ignore Emotional Difficulties During The Holidays
December is typically the time of year of celebration and good cheer.  However, for many in rural communities, the absence of a loved one, regardless of the reason (death, divorce or another painful separation) can make this time of year very challenging.  Accordi...
AgriStress Hotline There To Help Farmers In Need
AgriStress Hotline There To Help Farmers In Need
AgriStress Hotline There To Help Farmers In Need
The farming community is paying more attention to mental health, and the needs of everyone connected to the Ag community.  To help address those challenges, the AgriStress hotline was launched in Oregon in late 2023.  Matt McElligott, president of the Oregon Cattlemen's Association, said farmers and ranchers are a pretty independent and prideful people who don’t often talk about their struggles.  
Keep Your Brian Sharp
Keep Your Brian Sharp
Keep Your Brian Sharp
Recent studies from Vanderbilt show the human brain begins to change around 33 years of age.  AARP’s Sean Voskuhl said things like quick decision making, math skills, and other skills start to slow down.  But there are things we can do to keep our brain engaged.   “One of the bigg...

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