
Mental Health
ARTICLES




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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mental health and construction—the silent killer
September 4, 2024
Suicide rates in construction are among the highest in any industry due to long work hours, a high-pressure environment, job instability, and mental health stigma.

Building calm: How a meditation practice can benefit contractors
September 4, 2024
Meditation can improve your stress levels, your sleep, and even your relationships, meaning that this ancient practice might just become your most valuable tool.

Construction Suicide Prevention Week: An industry-wide effort to save lives
August 28, 2024
Construction Suicide Prevention Week is September 9-13 to raise awareness about the alarming mental health challenges the industry faces.

Want to look good and feel better? The benefits of hiking for construction professionals
August 21, 2024
Hiking is a low-cost way to reduce stress, improve heart health, lose weight, and feel happier.

Building better mental health in the construction industry: Understanding the gut-brain axis
August 14, 2024
Dietary decisions and lifestyle choices directly influence gut health and mental health via an intricate network called the gut-brain axis.