Support needs, received support and mental well-being in Austrian farmers: a mixed-methods approach
The study identifies a vulnerable subgroup within the Austrian farming community that experiences significant mental health challenges and expresses clear support needs. These findings emphasize the importance of developing tailored interventions that address both the psychological and practical aspects of farmers' well-being, thereby enhancing resilience and improving overall mental health outcomes in this essential occupational group.
Authors
- Viktoria Neubauer (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4312-5781)
- Elke Humer (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9776-0353)
- Christoph Pieh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2708-303X)
- Afsaneh Gächter
Institutions
- Sigmund Freud Privatuniversität Wien (AT)
- Universität für Weiterbildung Krems (AT)
- University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna (AT)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Public Health
- Published
- 2025-06-30
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1600624
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Agriculture and Farm Safety
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.75