Mental Health

ARTICLES

10 signs you might need a mental health day

September 23, 2024

Feeling drained, overwhelmed, or irritable? These and others are signs you might need a mental health day to recharge and stay at your best.

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WSIB expands mental health coverage for employees

September 18, 2024

WSIB recently expanded mental health coverage for insured workers through its program, giving them more access to mental health treatment.

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Construction workers and addiction

September 16, 2024

Drug use among construction workers is higher than in most other occupations—and construction overdose deaths top any industry.

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10 steps construction companies can take to save lives

September 13, 2024

Trade workers are at the highest risk of death by suicide. Implementing early, mid, and late tactics are simple ways companies can provide support and save lives.

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Why trade unions are crucial for battling mental health issues

September 12, 2024

Construction workers face four times higher suicide rates and rampant substance abuse, placing more pressure on employers to step up.

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Why 55% of CEOs are struggling with mental health: Insights and solutions

September 11, 2024

Leadership loneliness is growing with 52% of CEO’s reporting workplace toxicity and 63% struggling to show empathy.

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From numbers to lifelines: Stuart Binstock’s mission to prevent suicide in the construction industry

September 10, 2024

Stuart Binstock discusses suicide prevention in construction, CIASP’s impact, and changing the industry’s approach to mental health.

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PTSD rates are high in the construction—let’s talk about it

September 10, 2024

Post-traumatic stress disorder is common for people who’ve experienced a life-threatening accident. Recognizing the symptoms and seeking treatment is essential.

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How CIASP is working towards a zero-suicide construction industry

September 9, 2024

Through resources, education, training, and support, CIASP hopes to break the stigma of discussing mental health in construction.

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Building balance: How parents in construction can manage work and family life

September 5, 2024

Parents in construction face unique challenges with work-life balance. Fortunately, there are practical solutions and industry changes that can help them thrive, both on-site and at home.

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