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Incorporating Mythic and Interpretive Analysis in the Investigation of Hearing Loss on the Family Farm

Year: 2014

Type: article

Abstract: Despite knowing about the dangers of hearing loss, farmers typically choose not to protect their hearing. Examining the myth of farm life, this study aims to discern whether rhetorical myths influence farmers' decisions to wear hearing protection. Researchers conducted 40 interviews with farmers regarding farm life and hearing loss. Results suggest that farmers typically do not use hearing protection; their answers reflect the myths of sacrifice and safety. Analysis demonstrates that knowledge of the relationship between myth and practice should impact future attempts to change farmers' behaviors.

Source: The Qualitative Report

DOI: 10.46743/2160-3715/2010.1148

Authors: Mark Meister, Theresa Hest, Ann Burnett

Institution: North Dakota State University

Language: English

Topic: Agriculture and Farm Safety

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $500