Extension
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| 4063 - Substance Use and Mental Health – 4-H Youth Development | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4063.1) | 15 |
Number of individuals who reported an increased knowledge of substance use prevention, addiction, and/or recovery (or related subject matter) |
| 4063.2) | 15 |
Number of individuals who reported an increased ability to use destigmatized language |
| 4063.3) | 15 |
Number of individuals who adopted/implemented strategies focused on substance use prevention and/or recovery |
| 4063.4) | 15 |
Number of youth who experienced improved social skills and/or self-efficacy |
| 4063.5) | 15 |
Number of individuals who reported intended behavior change as a result of participation in substance use prevention and/or recovery programming |
| 4063.6) | 30 |
Number of individuals who gained increased knowledge of how to respond to mental health concerns |
Author: Ella Fourqurean
Major Program: Substance Use and Mental Health – 4-H Youth Development
Farmers and persons residing in rural areas consistently report elevated levels of stress associated with farming and rural living. The combined effects of farming, rural mental health challenges and their stressors have shown associations with higher rates of suicide in farming occupations and in Kentucky. To address rural mental health challenges, farm stress, and suicide among youth and in rural communities, a mutual partnership was created between the UK Cooperative Extension Service and the
