Woman raises awareness of farmers' mental health after husband's death

According to ABC News Australia, Leanne Staniforth is breaking her silence after her husband John's death by suicide. Seeking to lift the stigma around depression and mental health in rural farming communities, she's sharing his story to encourage other farmers and families to speak openly about their struggles. Rural mental health remains a critical issue, with isolation, financial stress, and cultural barriers to help-seeking contributing to higher rates of suicide in agricultural regions.

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