A free webinar, “Farm youth mental health: What we know and how to help,” will be presented 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. (CDT) on Sept. 21 as part of a National Farm Safety and Health Week series hosted by AgriSafe.
“Caring for both the physical and emotional health of our next generation is crucial,” said Josie Rudolphi, Ph.D., assistant professor and Extension specialist at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. “From adapting to changes to feeling overwhelmed, like adults, children also experience stress and anxiety; however, they may be unsure of what they are feeling and how to respond. We will recognize causes of stress among youth living in farming and rural communities and highlight the resources available to assist families.”