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Stress in farmers.

N J Booth1, K Lloyd

  • 1University of Exeter, Department of Mental Health.

The International Journal of Social Psychiatry
|October 8, 2003
PubMed
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Farming families experience high occupational stress, with women reporting more psychological distress. Key stressors include legislation, paperwork, and media criticism, impacting health and family life.

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Area of Science:

  • Agricultural Science
  • Psychology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Occupational stress is a significant concern in many industries.
  • Farming is often perceived as a high-stress occupation due to its unique demands.
  • Understanding the specific stressors and their impact on farmers' well-being is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To document the nature and extent of occupational stress among farming families.
  • To identify the primary sources of stress in the agricultural sector.
  • To assess the psychological distress levels and their correlation with health and family issues.

Main Methods:

  • A postal survey was conducted with farmers in the South West of England.
  • The General Health Questionnaire (GHQ) was used to assess psychological distress.

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  • The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HAD) measured anxiety and depression levels.

    • Main Results:

    • High levels of occupational stress were reported by farming families.
    • 35% of respondents scored positively on the GHQ, with females scoring higher than males.
    • Elevated anxiety and depression were noted, correlated with ill health and family problems.
    • Common stressors included new legislation, paperwork, and media criticism.
    • A greater number of reported stressors correlated with higher psychological distress.

    Conclusions:

    • Farming families face substantial occupational stress.
    • Legislation, administrative burdens, and public perception are significant stressors.
    • Psychological distress in farmers is linked to adverse health and family outcomes.