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Abstract
Stigma, cultural norms, nature of work and lack of access to care are among the many variables that place agricultural producers particularly at risk for compromised mental health and related illness. One variable related to improved mental health outcomes is help-seeking intention, which can be mediated by variables such as social identity and social capital. The study’s purpose was to characterize these variables among producers and describe the intention of agricultural producers to seek mental health assistance. Researchers conducted a bi-regional state survey of agricultural producers in 32 Texas counties. A representative sample of Texas agricultural producers (n = 429) were surveyed to understand their social identity and social capital as well as their intentions to seek mental health assistance for personal or emotional problems and for suicide ideation. Results support the use of identity-based programming to increase social capital, in conjunction with tailored mental health education and training to promote healthy help-seeking behavior among agricultural producers. Researchers recommend innovative solutions for agricultural extension to consider for improving stakeholder’s lives. An agricultural extension central resource or information hub, which houses national resources and information about this growing area of research would be a valuable investment of time and resources.
Highlights
Introduction and Problem StatementMental health issues are more common in rural areas due to the lack of accessibility, availability, and acceptability of mental health services (Newman et al, 2021)
Rural areas have higher suicide rates juxtaposed to those residing in urban areas (Harris et al, 2016)
Research by Deane et al (2001) found that higher levels of suicide ideation correlated with lower levels of intention in young people
Summary
Mental health issues are more common in rural areas due to the lack of accessibility, availability, and acceptability of mental health services (Newman et al, 2021). Included in this population of rural, underserved residents is agricultural producers and their families. Research by Deane et al (2001) found that higher levels of suicide ideation correlated with lower levels of intention in young people. This was further affirmed by research from Calear et al (2014) which found that adults experiencing thoughts of suicide had lower intention to seek help than those who were not
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