An upcoming Penn State Extension webinar titled “Communicating with Farmers Under Stress” is aimed at helping participants learn the signs of stress and how to help. The webinar will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Eastern Time on May 15, 2025. The program is designed for ag industry professionals, loan officers, family members of farmers, and concerned citizens. The session will cover how to communicate with and respond to farmers and their family members when they need assistance. The webinar will teach participants to build awareness of the stressors affecting farmers and their families. The webinar will help attendees recognize the signs and symptoms of anxiety and warning signs of suicide. Participants will learn to assess, approach, and assist farmers who are showing changes in their mental health. The webinar is free, but attendees must register before the start to get the access link. For information, go to extension.psu.edu.
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