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Managing stress when life feels unpredictable

Published on October 27, 2025
Learn approaches to cope with life’s curveballs.
September is pain awareness month

Published on September 30, 2025
Self-management is an effective non-medical therapy for chronic pain.
National Center for School Safety supports MSU Extension in exceeding grant goals as they strive to STOP school violence – Part 1

Published on September 24, 2025
For the past three years, MSU Extension has offered mental health training in 16 different school districts across the state, thanks to a Bringing Mental Health First Aid to Students, Teachers, and Officers Preventing (STOP) School Violence grant.
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.
MSU Extension helps launch Michigan’s first-ever Mental Health First Aid Instructor Summit

Published on April 30, 2025
Attracting attendees from all across the state, the event gave MHFA instructors a chance to learn, network and celebrate.
Staying active at any age: The importance of movement for health

Published on April 1, 2025
Movement is important, but as we age, we may notice limitations. Learn ways to stay active for overall health and wellbeing.
The deadly mix of substance use and farm machinery

Published on January 29, 2025
Content warning: This article includes discussions of substance use, injuries, and violent deaths, which may be distressing to some readers. Additionally, some cited sources contain graphic descriptions; readers are encouraged to proceed with caution.
Why we keep farming when the going gets tough

Published on November 4, 2024
Despite the challenges and stress that come with farming, there are meaningful rewards, personal fulfillment and sense of purpose that keep farmers going.
What is post-traumatic growth?

Published on October 30, 2024
Exploring the positive impacts of post traumatic growth on mental health and wellbeing.
What is nonsuicidal self-injury?

Published on October 28, 2024
Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) is a common symptom of a mental health challenge. Learn more about this behavior so you can help support loved ones who may be struggling with NSSI.
When you're left behind

Published on September 23, 2024
Tips for coping after a suicide loss.
How to support someone through suicide grief

Published on September 17, 2024
There are ways you can provide support to someone after a suicide loss.
World Suicide Prevention Day

Published on September 10, 2024
Observed on September 10, World Suicide Prevention Day reminds us that we all have a role to play.
MSU Extension supports youth mental health while working to STOP school violence

Published on September 4, 2024
MSU Extension is working to improve outcomes for youth facing mental health challenges, working with high schools and youth serving organizations in eight different counties to deliver mental health training to more than 620 individuals.
Building friendships and support

Published on August 8, 2024
Building friendships and support systems are key to managing stress.
The practice of waiting

Published on July 17, 2024
The complicated act of patience.
When healthy eating becomes bad for our health: Identifying orthorexia nervosa

Published on June 18, 2024
What resembles a healthy focus on food and nutrition may be a debilitating mental health disorder.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): What are they and how can they be prevented?

Published on May 23, 2024
Learn more about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), how they can affect children and how we can prevent them.
Togetherall cultivates online support for farmers

Published on May 9, 2024
Discover Togetherall, an online community for farmers, and explore additional resources provided by MSU Extension. Remember, you're never alone in your journey.