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Boom Goes The Stigma
Welcome to Boom Goes The Stigma! BGTS is a production of the Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership (CSPP). According to the CDC, the construction industry has the second-highest rate of suicide and has one of the highest rates of death from overdoses. Our country loses more construction workers to suicide than to Jobsite injuries or accidents. BGTS is a tool that normalizes and elevates the conversation around mental health. On every episode, guests from within and outside the construction industry discuss critical issues, share stories, and, most importantly, blow up the stigma of talking about mental wellness as a sign of weakness.
Boom Goes The Stigma
Financial Wellness
On the jobsite, we know that distractions are a safety risk. When your mind is preoccupied with your finances, your stress rises and your risk increases. Research shows that people with debt are twice as likely to experience mental health issues. Often, finances can impact our physical and emotional well-being. This stress can lead to distraction and reduced productivity at work.
In this surprise under-the-couch-cushion mini-boom, we are discussing financial wellness and tips for taking care of your mental health.
Construction Careline
If you want to talk with somebody about personal and professional challenges, the Construction Careline is a confidential, non-judgmental, and safe space to get support for tough challenges.
Call 1-833-444-6020 (Available 24/7/365) to connect with someone who cares and understands.
To learn more about Construction Careline, please visit:
The Construction Careline
https://usconstructioncareline.org
To learn more about CSPP, please visit: The Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership.
If you are in crisis and need urgent support, you can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, to speak with a trained crisis intervention specialist.
