Drought

Families Deal with the 2012 Drought

As farm families know, severe weather such as the drought recently experienced across the state can be a major source of stress.  Not only can livestock and crop loss affect bottom lines it can create uncertainty in future production success.  Because agriculture is Ohio’s largest single industry, losses in agricultural production negatively impacts a large portion of Ohioans.  To help families address challenges related to this year’s drought, OSU Extension has put together this list of resources. 

Drought and Drought Assistance

• Managing the Drought of 2012: OSU Extension
• USDA Disaster and Drought Assistance website
• Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN)

Healthy Family Communication

• Communicating with Your Teen: OSU Extension
• Teaching Children to Resolve Conflict: OSU Extension
• Don't Clash Over Cash: OSU Extension
• Fostering Resilience in Children: OSU Extension
• Keep Lines of Communication Open: OSU Extension
• Encouraging Family Communication after a Disaster: University of Arizona Extension

Controlling Stress

• Controlling Stress: University of Minnesota Extension
• Coping with the Stress of Natural Disasters: Mental Health America
• Help Children Cope with a Disaster: Iowa State University Extension
• Managing Anger and Frustration: OSU Extension

Mental and Behavioral Health Resources for the Drought Aftermath

• Mental and Behavioral Health Resources for the Drought Aftermath: AgrAbility Webinar Series, Purdue University

Family Financial Stability

• Managing Money in Tough Times: OSU Extension
• Financial Crisis and Families: OSU Extension
• Managing Farm Family Finances: Iowa State University Extension
• Americorp Housing Programs

Documenting the Drought Disaster

• Disaster Recovery Log (DRL) app for Android: North Dakota State University Extension

 compiled 9/13/12 by Dr. James Bates