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New MSU Extension film highlights farmer stress and mental health resources

Published on September 5, 2025
Michigan farmers share powerful stories of resilience and hope in MSU Extension’s new short documentary, Weathering Together, which will premiere on September 10, World Suicide Prevention Day.
Planning and preparing for a power outage

Published on September 4, 2025
Preparation and planning are a part of every adult’s life. Discover resources to help you prepare for a power outage and ideas for keeping your children busy until the power comes back on.
Talking with children about tragedies and violence

Published on July 24, 2025
Discover age-specific suggestions that can help guide conversations with children during and after tragedies.
The summertime blues

Published on July 11, 2025
How to recognize signs of Reverse Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Recognizing and supporting someone with signs of suicide

Published on July 11, 2025
Warning signs, risk factors and ways to offer support and seek help.
Building resilience with mindfulness

Published on July 11, 2025
Resilience is key to handling life’s challenges.
Look for the helpers: Talking with young children about tragedy

Published on July 7, 2025
“When I was a boy and I would see scary things on the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’” — Fred Rogers
Keep children busy indoors when it’s too hot to play outside

Published on June 23, 2025
Sometimes it’s just too hot for kids to play outside. Explore a few suggestions to keep your child from becoming bored while waiting for a heat wave to pass.
Tips to help children emotionally survive a natural disaster

Published on June 18, 2025
Strategies to help children emotionally cope with the devastation of natural disasters.
What is all the rage about rage rooms?

Published on June 4, 2025
Rage rooms: Are they helpful or not?