In this episode, Jake and Josh interview Tasha Howard. Tasha is an Assistant Professor for Utah State University Extension as well as the Juab County Extension Director. She has a three-part role assignment working in the areas of Health and Wellness, Family and Consumer Sciences, and 4-H and Youth Development. Her main programs include farm and ranch mental health, family and technology use, and youth leadership. They talk with her about what the role of USU Home and Community extension agents, mental health programming, and her key role in the AgWellness and WRASAP project. WE are also pleased to introduce Tasha as a future cohost of this podcast. A full transcript of this episode is available here.

Links to the Mental Health Awareness and Advocacy courses discussed in this episode are available here. 

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If you are experiencing stress, mental health concerns, or suicidal thoughts, or if you know someone who is, please contact these resources. As always, if it is an emergency, dial 911.

Crisis Lines

Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741

Crisis Response Network 1-800-203-CARE (2273)

SafeUT 833-372-3388 or download their app to use the chat feature

If you need help finding a mental health provider, here are some ways to get started:

Contact the person’s health insurance provider and ask about mental health professionals that are within the network.

Psychology Today Service Finder: On this website, you can search for therapists, psychiatrists, treatment centers and support groups in your area. www.psychologytoday.com/us

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Here, you can find general information about mental health services in your area. findtreatment.samhsa.gov/

Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)  At this website, you can find health centers that offer more affordable options for people that do not have health insurance. https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/

U.S. Department of Health and Human ServicesThis website can help if you have questions about insurance coverage for mental health. https://www.hhs.gov/programs/topic-sites/mental-health-parity/mental-health-and-addiction-insurance-help/index.html

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