Federated Farmers Southland president Jason Herrick hit the wall a few years ago as the pressures of farming built up. He tells Bryan that this Mental Health Awareness Week, he’s urging people to talk more, share the burdens they have and seek help when they need it.
Suffering from depression or stress, or know someone who is? Where to get help:
Rural Support Trust: 0800 RURAL HELP
Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757
Lifeline: 0800 543 354
Need To Talk? Call or text 1737
Samaritans: 0800 726 666
Youthline: 0800 376 633 or text 234
