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Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research

Outcomes and Impact Quarterly

Mental health

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Usu Extension’S Focus On Stress And Mental Health In Rural Agriculture, Tasha Howard, Paige Wray, Jacob Hadfield, Joshua Dallin, Callahan K. Ward Jun 2021

Usu Extension’S Focus On Stress And Mental Health In Rural Agriculture, Tasha Howard, Paige Wray, Jacob Hadfield, Joshua Dallin, Callahan K. Ward

Outcomes and Impact Quarterly

Many agriculture producers are seeking help to combat stress, mental illness, and suicide. Although some resources exist, there is a gap in resources specific to mental health in rural farm and ranch life. In response, Utah State University (USU) Extension developed a mental health education course to address stressors within agriculture.


Transforming A Mental Health Camp From Hands-On To Virtual, Zurishaddai Garcia Feb 2021

Transforming A Mental Health Camp From Hands-On To Virtual, Zurishaddai Garcia

Outcomes and Impact Quarterly

A virtual version of the Davis County annual youth Camp Thrive was developed and implemented due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Youth interns were hired to guide the transition process. Evaluation results show that the camp was successful in the online format for teaching mental health awareness concepts to youth.