With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, we have taken the time to make sure that farmers are aware of the importance of not letting the stigma of asking for help be a sign of weakness. Not only is it important for farmers to break through that stigma, but it is important for all of us.
Jes Beauchamp is a licensed clinical social worker and substance abuse specialist. She says that talking about our problems should be the norm, not the stigma. She says that there are many options available to get you the help you need.
Many workers can walk away from their job and have some space that farmers just don?t get. Farmers are always around their workplaces.
Beauchamp says these programs are available to everyone.
The time of the year can also be a huge factor in our stress.
Talking is not easy, and that is okay. However, you cannot hold it in and need it to come out with it eventually.
