LGBTQ+ people involved in U.S. farm work are over three times more likely to experience depression and suicidal intent and about two and a half times more likely to experience anxiety than the general population.
University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences Jun 27 2024 That's according to a new study led by farmer mental health experts at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
About 72% of respondents were experiencing symptoms of mild to severe depression; 70% mild to severe anxiety; and 52% were at significant risk of suicide. When the subgroups were analyzed individually, it turned out that a greater proportion of people identifying as men experienced anxiety, depression, and suicide risk compared to non-men, a pattern mirrored in the farming community at large. Cuthbertson said this may be due to norms around masculinity in agriculture.
Related Stories"But for LGBTQ+ folks in particular, there may be concern about whether someone's identity would be validated or whether they would be greeted with the proper pronouns and addressed in a respectful way. They may not have supervisors or managers who are willing to let them take a break to go to therapy. They may also not have health benefits that would include mental health coverage.
Cuthbertson stresses that the contributions of LGBTQ+ people in the farming community should not be discounted or dismissed. "There have been so many conversations about making agriculture a more sustainable industry to ensure future food security," they said.
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