We Must Take Action Now to Transform Mental Health in Construction
Acknowledging a Mental Health Crisis is Ongoing in the UK Construction Industry Marc Preston, chief executive of Vertice Development Management and New Foundation Counselling, asserts in a 31 January article in Construction News that legislation should be drafted quickly to address a rising suicide crisis in the UK construction industry. In 2021, 507 people in […]
Quick Start Guide to Promoting Mental Health and Well-being at Work
Implementing workplace mental health strategies are more important now than ever. As we come out of the pandemic and more people return to work, we want our employees to feel supported and valued.This approach to ensuring mental health and well-being at work is good for the bottom line of our businesses and our economy and […]
Everything You Need To Know About Supporting Employee Mental Health
There are some pretty damning statistics out there that demonstrate how rife the working world is with mental health problems. In 2021/2022 alone, 51% of all work-related ill health cases in the UK were related to stress, depression or anxiety. This accounts for hundreds of thousands of workers across the country who suffer from some […]
Everything You Need To Know About Mental Health In The Workplace
On October 10th, it’s World Mental Health Day, and we could all use such a day. We don’t mean one of those days where you spend the whole time lying in bed, watching Netflix and eating junk food. We’re talking about an actual mental health day, where you take some time to focus on your […]
Your Mental Health First Aider Questions Answered
If you have some questions about being a mental health first aider, or if you are thinking about undergoing training so you can provide support to those who require it, then this FAQ will tell you everything you need to know. What Is A Mental Health First Aider? Mental Health First Aid is a movement […]
3 Strategies to help improve your workforce’s health
Employers are aware that employees perform at a higher standard when staff are healthy, motivated, and focused (Mind, 2022). There have been several research papers that consistently outline that when employees feel they are valued within the workplace and supported by management they tend to have higher well-being levels, be more committed to the organisation’s […]
Why Mental Health Needs To Improve IN Construction Industry
Research suggests that 26% of construction industry workers thought about taking their lives in 2019 and 70% experienced depression. Over 50% of workers are employed by companies that do not have policies that focus on mental health and well-being in the workplace (source). In this guide, we’ll explore effective strategies that can be implemented to […]
Beginners Guide To Mental Health First Aid
As society becomes increasingly aware of mental health conditions and the importance of emotional wellness, employers and employees are also opening their eyes to its role within the workplace. As a business, introducing Mental Health First Aid could be the key to improving the working environment. So, what do employers need to know about integrating […]
Employee burnout doubles since the end of lockdown
Mental Health Stress, anxiety and depression were the cause of half of all work-related illnesses in the last year, according to new research. More than 800,000 people experienced work-related stress, anxiety or depression in 2020-21, a new report from the Health and Safety Executive (Health and safety statistics 2021 (hse.gov.uk)), has revealed, with 451,000 of […]
Mental Health in the Workplace
In the last few decades, we’ve seen more and more employers taking an interest in their employees’ health. Companies host fun runs, sponsor office athletic teams, and offer healthier options in the cafeteria. But have you ever thought about how your company cares for your employees’ mental health? Mental health can have an enormous impact […]