Rural communities in the U.S. face multiple mental health challenges, with lack of accessible, acceptable services, skepticism towards those outside community, and stigma help-seeking. Mobilizing rural to address may be possible if facilitated by a trusted local organization such as Cooperative Extension Service (Extension). promotes community wellbeing through evidence-based programming, extending reach land grant universities communities. offices are deeply embedded their communities;...

Objectives: We evaluated an intervention combining policy training and technical assistance for childcare teachers with a nutrition education curriculum to improve (1) the knowledge self-efficacy of in implementing obesity prevention policies practices, (2) quantity quality physical activity education, (3) wellness environment. Methods: Thirteen 8 administrators (2 whom were also teachers) from programs Clarke County, Georgia, participated Healthy Child Care Georgia during June-October 2015....

Objective: Certified Child Life Specialists (CCLS) are pediatric healthcare professionals who help prevent and reduce psychological trauma resulting from a medical experience. They aid children families in coping with the effects of hospitalization, illness, stress, trauma, primarily settings. Because their clinical work includes frequent exposure to emotional investment patients, child life specialists at high risk for developing Impostor Phenomenon (IP), burnout, or combination both. The...

Abstract Rural communities experience more systemic health disparities than urban communities, particularly around behavioral health. Disparities include a lack of providers, few hospitals, insurance, stigma, and limited public transportation. This study explored the potential use Cooperative Extension offices to serve as “hubs” for services. We conducted six focus groups (n = 52) in rural with high rates opioid misuse. Community stakeholders were asked about benefits barriers using hub what...

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Increasing mortality rates resulting from opioid use are reported in rural areas. This study aims to better understand the realities communities face related misuse. The objectives 1) examine what attitudes surround use; 2) describe existing prevention efforts currently available community, particularly those targeting youth; 3) substance disorder treatment options locally; and 4) discover barriers keep people accessing treatment. Researchers held community focus groups four counties...

In rural Georgia, limited resources challenge adolescent development. Community capitals support development and reduce the likelihood of substance use. This qualitative study examines influence capital availability or lack thereof on use through Capitals Framework Positive Youth Development models. 2019, University Georgia studied opioid crisis in four counties, conducting focus groups with healthcare stakeholders to assess opioid-related resources. While adolescents were not directly...

Abstract Excessive clutter can create a barrier for older adults to maintain functional lives in their homes; however, interventions hoarding are lengthy, expensive, and often unavailable, particularly rural-dwelling adults. Using the Rightsizing Program as an example, this presentation will highlight synergy between Extension academic faculty promote aging place across diverse states. The is collaboration specialists at Mississippi State University (MSU) of Georgia (UGA) psychology MSU with...

With the expansion of online trainings today, Extension professionals have an opportunity to reach child care providers in more convenient ways. However, having convenient, reliable Internet access can be a barrier training for some providers, especially those with limited financial resources. This study investigated providers’ ability through by asking 494 Georgia about their and comfort Internet. Participants completed brief 12-question survey that included questions use both personal...

Healthy homes are an important contributor to individual and family health. Sharing healthy home information with individuals in rural communities can be challenging because of limited resources transportation challenges. One effective way increase consumer awareness homes, especially areas, is through collaboration. The national Homes Partnership (HHP) a 15-year-old public outreach education program that addresses housing deficiencies risks associated poor indoor air quality. Between...