UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
93: Alchemy 1.01 with JJ Stenhouse - Episode 93
93: Alchemy 1.01 with JJ Stenhouse - Episode 93
93: Alchemy 1.01 with JJ Stenhouse - Episode 93
Thursday 26th September 2024
Explore the high male suicide rates in construction with JJ Stenhouse and Pippa Moy. Learn about root causes and potential solutions.
46 minutes
Informative
Compassionate
Eye-opening
Supportive
Honest
About this podcast
Overview:
Categories:
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Mindful Recovery
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
2331 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Understanding Male Suicide in Construction: A Deep Dive with Pippa Moy
Episode Overview
- Men in construction are at a significantly higher risk of suicide.
- Childhood trauma and poverty are major contributing factors.
- Men and women experience depression differently.
- Better mental health support systems are needed at all levels.
- Compassion and understanding are crucial for effective intervention.
The act of taking one's own life is sometimes a sudden, non-premeditated thing.
In this episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast, JJ Stenhouse, known as the practical alchemist, dives into the pressing issue of male suicide rates in the construction industry. The episode is both eye-opening and heartfelt, as JJ is joined by Pippa Moy, a counsellor, psychotherapist, and Reiki Master teacher. Pippa shares her recent study on why men in construction are at such high risk for suicide, revealing startling statistics and underlying causes that trace back to early life conditions.
It's a sobering reminder that societal and prenatal factors play significant roles in mental health outcomes. Pippa's insights shed light on how childhood trauma, poverty, and undiagnosed neurodiversity can lead to a higher likelihood of suicide among men in this industry. She explains that many men in construction come from backgrounds where they were already vulnerable before stepping onto a worksite.
Pippa also highlights the differences in how men and women experience and express depression, stressing the need for tailored mental health interventions. The discussion moves towards potential solutions, including societal changes and better mental health support systems. Pippa advocates for more awareness and training at all levels, from GPs to construction site managers, to address this crisis effectively. The episode underscores the importance of compassion and understanding, not just for those in crisis but for everyone around them.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in mental health, especially those concerned with the well-being of men in high-risk professions. JJ and Pippa's conversation is not just informative but also deeply compassionate, offering a glimmer of hope and practical steps for making a difference. So, why should you listen? Because understanding the root causes of this crisis and knowing how to help can make a real difference.
Tune in to learn more about how we can support those who are most vulnerable.