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Agriculture can be filled with unique stresses, from fluctuating market prices to unpredictable weather events. As a result of these unique stressors, it's no surprise that agricultural communities have experienced increases in mental health challenges and suicide. New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau in partnership with New Mexico State University and New Mexico Department of Agriculture are here to support agricultural communities to build resilience in the face of these challenges.
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Signs of Stress
PHYSICAL: Headaches, backaches, exhaustion, frequent sickness, upset stomach, ulcers, trouble sleeping
EMOTIONAL: Irritability, depression, anger, anxiety, lack of confidence, sadness, bitterness, feeling discouraged or hopeless
MENTAL: Memory loss, lack of concentration, difficulty making decisions
BEHAVIORAL: Substance abuse, violence, decline in the care of livestock or domestic animals, increase in farm accidents, overeating or loss of appetite
RELATIONSHIPS: Loss of humor, withdrawal, decreased interest in family activities or community events, verbal outbursts, difficulty communicating
Five Steps to Help Someone in Emotional Pain
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Resources
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
1-800-273-8255
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States.
For more information, refer to the Suicide Hotline website.
NM Crisis Access Line
1-855-NMCRISIS (662-7474)
If you or a loved one is experiencing any kind of emotional crisis, mental health, or substance use concern, you can find help 24 hours a day, seven days a week, by calling the New Mexico Crisis and Access Line or Peer-to-Peer Warmline.
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