Mental health is underrated

Just attended a toolbox meeting on mental health today.

In Construction Industry across Australia, approx 190 people die by suicide, every year.

Long hours , poor work life balance, high stress, long travel times are factors.

1 in 4 has symptoms of depression or anxiety.

Speak up, seek help.
Do not suffer in silence.

Having worked 3 decades in Construction, I definitely support any programs which encourage suicide prevention.

🙏🏼

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Fertilization · 36-40, F

This really touched me. Mental health in construction is often overlooked, yet the struggles are very real — the long hours, constant pressure, and time away from family take such a heavy toll. Losing so many lives every year to suicide is heartbreaking. No one should ever feel they have to carry that weight alone. Speaking up and supporting each other can truly make a difference. Thank you for sharing this reminder — it gives strength to those who might be suffering in silence. There’s always help, and there’s always hope.