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Retiring Counselor Urges Farmers: Speak Up, Seek Help

6/10/2025

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Ted Matthews, a dedicated mental health counselor in rural Minnesota, has spent four decades championing the well-being of farmers facing immense stress. With farmers' suicide rates soaring 3.5 times above the national average, Matthews passionately advocates for open communication and mental health support. As he steps into retirement, he urges farmers to seek help and express their emotions.

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Ted Matthews, a dedicated mental health counselor in rural Minnesota, has spent four decades championing the well-being of farmers facing immense stress. With farmers' suicide rates soaring 3.5 times above the national average, Matthews passionately advocates for open communication and mental health support. As he steps into retirement, he urges farmers to seek help and express their emotions.