mental health

Little preschool granddaughter kissing happy older grandma on cheek, giving sunflower. (Photo: Adobe Stock │ #284777270 - Dragana Gordic)
Health & Wellness, Home and Family

Four ways gratitude can keep your holidays happy

A great way to improve your mental health during the holiday season is to incorporate gratitude into your daily life and family traditions. Read More

Farmers and ranchers at the first Essentials of Regenerative Grazing course evaluate forage in a pasture at Noble Research Institute, Ardmore, Oklahoma. (Photo courtesy of Noble Research Institute/Rob Mattson.)
Central Region, Kansas, Regional Roundup

KFB to have annual meeting

Health & Wellness, Midwestern Region, Missouri, Regional Roundup

Heroes to Hives offers veterans training, camaraderie and purpose



Americans feel less connected to their communities post-COVID, according to a 2023 U.S. Surgeon General’s report on loneliness and social isolation. Montana State University has partnered with MU Extension and the MU Department of Psychological Sciences to study the connection between loneliness and mental health in agricultural workers and rural residents.

Mental Health First Aid training program

Man refreshing himself with water. (Photo: iStock - KovacsAlex)

K-State health expert says extreme heat puts mental health at risk, too

  • By Pat Melgares │ K-State Research and Extension

Mental health resource available to farm families 

Little girl is having fun with golden retriever on a green grass. (Photo: iStock - Vasyl Dolmatov)

Furry friends can increase healthy trends

  • By Emma Parkhurst │ Utah State University Extension
Teens in circle holding smart mobile phones. (Photo: iStock - Kar-Tr)

Put Your Phone in the Friend Zone

  • By Gabriela Murza & Christina Pay │ Utah State University Extension
Assorted variety of sour candies includes extreme sour soft fruit chews, keys, tart candy belts and straws. (Photo: iStock - HannamariaH)

Sour power: Can candy help stave off panic and anxiety attacks?

Small business owner holding a tray of plants he has for sale. (Photo: iStock - SolStock)

The benefits of gardening in the winter

  • By Maddy Rohr │ Kansas State University Research and Extension
Overhead view of a large group of food with high content of dietary fiber arranged side by side. The composition includes berries, oranges, avocado, chia seeds, wholegrain bread, wholegrain pasta, whole wheat, potatoes, oat, corn, mixed beans, brazil nut, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, broccoli, pistachio, banana among others. (Photo: iStock - fcafotodigital)

Starting Your Health Journey: Where to Begin?