Mental Health

Mental toughness is about adaptation, discipline, and persistence—and it’s something you can develop over time through consistent practice and a positive mindset.

Don’t let stress build up—take action. Stress is inevitable in the construction industry, but asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Construction workers experience high rates of depression. Watch out for signs like sleep loss, anger, and irritability.

Mental resilience is essential on the job site. Fostering connection, finding an outlet, and physical movement are simple ways to build mental resilience.

Strengthening your emotional intelligence—your ability to understand yourself and others—can make you happier, healthier, and more successful.

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

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

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

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.

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