Mental Health Under Construction
By On The Tools
Mental Health Under ConstructionDec 07, 2022
**Celebrity Special** Simon Weston - Mental Health Under Construction Season 2 Episode 6
**CONTENT WARNING**
Soilder, Survivor and Inspiration, Simon Weston CBE.
In this special episode, we're joined in the studio by Simon Weston, the most seriously injured survivor of the 74-day conflict, which saw Britain and Argentina battle for control of the Falkland Islands.
Simon joins our regular co-hosts, Ryan and Ben to share his life story, inspirational journey with mental health and how he overcame his demons in this powerful final episode of series 2.
If you are affected by any of the issues raised, please see the support networks below:
Samaritans offer a 24-hour a day, seven days a week support- 116 123 (freephone)
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK - 0800 689 5652 (open 24/7)
NHS Choices: 24-hour national helpline - Call free on 111
Papyrus dedicated service for people up to the age of 35 - 0800 068 4141 (weekdays 10am-10pm, weekends 2pm-10pm and bank holidays 2pm–10pm) or text 07786 209 697.
Construction Buddies - https://constructionbuddies.co.uk/
Rainy Day Trust: Rainy Day Trust is the only charity which exists solely to help people who have worked in the UK’s home improvement and enhancement industry: https://www.rainydaytrust.org.uk/
Frank: https://www.talktofrank.com/
Cocaine Anonymous: https://www.cocaineanonymous.org.uk/
Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
Tool Theft - Mental Health Under Construction Season 2 Episode 5
**CONTENT WARNING** Tool Theft is a serious problem for tradespeople. It can affect not only their livelihoods but their mental health too.
Our co-hosts Ryan Ridgeway, member of We Are Hummingbird, and Ben Blankley, brickie by trade and mental health advocate, are joined by Brett Bradford, who unfortunately had over £4000 worth of tools stolen whilst working on a job and has since experienced three more thefts.
In this episode, we'll be discussing the issues around tool theft, sharing personal stories about mental health and highlighting the importance of asking for help.
If you are affected by any of the issues raised, please see the support networks below: Samaritans offer a 24-hour a day, seven days a week support- 116 123 (freephone)
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK - 0800 689 5652 (open 24/7)
NHS Choices: 24-hour national helpline - Call free on 111
Papyrus dedicated service for people up to the age of 35 - 0800 068 4141 (weekdays 10am-10pm, weekends 2pm-10pm and bank holidays 2pm–10pm) or text 07786 209 697.
Construction Buddies - https://constructionbuddies.co.uk/
Rainy Day Trust: Rainy Day Trust is the only charity which exists solely to help people who have worked in the UK’s home improvement and enhancement industry: https://www.rainydaytrust.org.uk/
Frank: https://www.talktofrank.com/
Cocaine Anonymous: https://www.cocaineanonymous.org.uk/
Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
Women In The Trade - Mental Health Under Construction Season 2 Episode 4
**CONTENT WARNING** In this episode of Mental Health Under Construction, we discuss inequalities encountered by women on-site and celebrates what can be a fantastic career option for many.
Our co-hosts Ryan Ridgeway, member of We Are Hummingbird, and Ben Blankley, brickie by trade and mental health advocate, are joined by electrician Kornelia.
In this episode, we'll be discussing the difficulties women face when working in the trade, sharing personal stories about mental health and highlighting the importance of asking for help.
If you are affected by any of the issues raised, please see support networks below: Samaritans offer a 24-hours a day, 7 days a week support- 116 123 (freephone)
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK - 0800 689 5652 (open 24/7)
NHS Choices: 24-hour national helpline - Call free on 111
Papyrus dedicated service for people up to the age of 35 - 0800 068 4141 (weekdays 10am-10pm, weekends 2pm-10pm and bank holidays 2pm–10pm) or text 07786 209 697.
Construction Buddies - https://constructionbuddies.co.uk/
Rainy Day Trust: Rainy Day Trust is the only charity which exists solely to help people who have worked in the UK’s home improvement and enhancement industry: https://www.rainydaytrust.org.uk/
Frank: https://www.talktofrank.com/
Cocaine Anonymous: https://www.cocaineanonymous.org.uk/
Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
Work/Life Balance - Mental Health Under Construction Season 2 Episode 3
How do you manage a work/life balance in the trade?
**CONTENT WARNING** In this episode of Mental Health Under Construction, we'll discuss the struggles of maintaining a work/life balance in the trade, which touches upon effects this can have on mental health that some listeners may find distressing.
Our co-hosts Ryan Ridgeway, member of We Are Hummingbird, and Ben Blankley, brickie by trade and mental health advocate, are joined by Carpenter, Alex Burman.
In this episode, we'll be discussing the difficulty of finding a perfect work/life balance in the trade, sharing personal stories about mental health and highlighting the importance of asking for help.
If you are affected by any of the issues raised, please see support networks below:
Samaritans offer a 24-hours a day, 7 days a week support- 116 123 (freephone)
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK - 0800 689 5652 (open 24/7)
NHS Choices: 24-hour national helpline - Call free on 111
Papyrus dedicated service for people up to the age of 35 - 0800 068 4141 (weekdays 10am-10pm, weekends 2pm-10pm and bank holidays 2pm–10pm) or text 07786 209 697.
Construction Buddies - https://constructionbuddies.co.uk/
Rainy Day Trust: Rainy Day Trust is the only charity which exists solely to help people who have worked in the UK’s home improvement and enhancement industry: https://www.rainydaytrust.org.uk/
Frank: https://www.talktofrank.com/
Cocaine Anonymous: https://www.cocaineanonymous.org.uk/
Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
Mental Health Stigma - Mental Health Under Construction: Series 2 Episode 2
**CONTENT WARNING** In this episode of Mental Health Under Construction, we'll discuss the stigma around mental health and substance abuse which may be distressing for some listeners.
Our co-hosts Ryan Ridgeway, member of We Are Hummingbird, and Ben Blankley, brickie by trade and mental health advocate, are joined by builder David Finnegan.
In this episode, we'll be discussing the stigma around mental health in the trade, sharing personal stories about mental health and highlighting the importance of asking for help.
If you are affected by any of the issues raised, please see support networks below:
Samaritans offer a 24-hours a day, 7 days a week support- 116 123 (freephone)
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK - 0800 689 5652 (open 24/7)
NHS Choices: 24-hour national helpline - Call free on 111
Papyrus dedicated service for people up to the age of 35 - 0800 068 4141 (weekdays 10am-10pm, weekends 2pm-10pm and bank holidays 2pm–10pm) or text 07786 209 697.
Construction Buddies - https://constructionbuddies.co.uk/
Rainy Day Trust: Rainy Day Trust is the only charity which exists solely to help people who have worked in the UK’s home improvement and enhancement industry: https://www.rainydaytrust.org.uk/
Frank: https://www.talktofrank.com/
Cocaine Anonymous: https://www.cocaineanonymous.org.uk/
Alcoholics Anonymous: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/
Cost of Living - Mental Health Under Construction Series 2: Episode 1
**CONTENT WARNING** In this episode of Mental Health Under Construction, we'll discuss the Cost of Living Crisis, which contains themes of mental health and money worries, this may be distressing for some listeners.
Our co-hosts Ryan Ridgeway, member of We Are Hummingbird, and Ben Blankley, brickie by trade and mental health advocate, will be joined by Jayson Fairbairn, a plumber of 17 years and teacher.
In this episode, we'll be delving into their personal journeys, how the cost of living crisis is affecting them, discussing how this can have a detrimental effect on not only tradie's livelihoods but their mental health and advising where to seek help.
If you are affected by any of the issues raised, please see support networks below:
Samaritans offer a 24-hours a day, 7 days a week support- 116 123 (freephone)
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK - 0800 689 5652 (open 24/7)
NHS Choices: 24-hour national helpline - Call free on 111
Papyrus dedicated service for people up to the age of 35 - 0800 068 4141 (weekdays 10am-10pm, weekends 2pm-10pm and bank holidays 2pm–10pm) or text 07786 209 697.
Construction Buddies - https://constructionbuddies.co.uk/
Turn2US: Turn2us helps people in financial need gain access to welfare benefits, charitable grants and other financial help – online, by phone and face to face through our partner organisations: https://www.turn2us.org.uk/
Rainy Day Trust: Rainy Day Trust is the only charity which exists solely to help people who have worked in the UK’s home improvement and enhancement industry: https://www.rainydaytrust.org.uk/
Mental Health Under Construction | Episode 6
**CONTENT WARNING** This episode may be distressing for some listeners. In the sixth and final episode in this season of Mental Health Under Construction, presenter Ryan Ridgway, Paul Merson, former English professional footballer and tradie Lee, will be sharing their own personal experiences with mental health.If you have been affected by addiction, there are dedicated services available. See below;
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
help@aamail.org (email helpline)
Help and support for anyone with alcohol problems.
Beating Addictions
Information about a range of addictive behaviours and treatments.
Cocaine Anonymous UK
Help and support for anyone who wants to stop using cocaine.
DrugWise
Information about drugs, alcohol and tobacco.
FRANK
Confidential advice and information about drugs, their effects and the law.
Gamblers Anonymous
Support groups for people who want to stop gambling.
Hub of Hope
A national mental health database, bringing help and support together in one place.
Marijuana Anonymous
helpline@marijuana-anonymous.org.uk
Help for anyone worried about cannabis use.
National Association for Children of Alcoholics
Provides information, advice and support for anyone affected by a parent's drinking, including adults.
NHS Live Well
Advice, tips and tools to help with health and wellbeing. (edited)
Hub of Hope - Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma
Chasing the Stigma (CTS) has launched the Hub of Hope - a national mental health database, bringing help and support together in one place, with a focus on grassroots organisations.
Mental Health Under Construction | Episode 5 : Addiction
**CONTENT WARNING** In the fifth episode of Mental Health Under Construction, we’ll be discussing addiction and this episode may be distressing for some listeners.
Hosted by Ryan Ridgway, member of We Are Hummingbird, this week we’ll be chatting to Ollie Ollerton, former UK Special Forces Soldier and bricklayer Ben. We’ll be delving into their own personal journeys, discussing toxic masculinity and where and how to seek help.If you have been affected by addiction, there are dedicated services available. See below;
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
0800 9177 650
help@aamail.org (email helpline)
alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Help and support for anyone with alcohol problems.
Beating Addictions
beatingaddictions.co.uk
Information about a range of addictive behaviours and treatments.
Cocaine Anonymous UK
0800 612 0225
helpline@cauk.org.uk
cauk.org.uk
Help and support for anyone who wants to stop using cocaine.
DrugWise
drugwise.org.uk
Information about drugs, alcohol and tobacco.
FRANK
0300 123 6600
talktofrank.com
Confidential advice and information about drugs, their effects and the law.
Gamblers Anonymous
gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Support groups for people who want to stop gambling.
Marijuana Anonymous
0300 124 0373
helpline@marijuana-anonymous.org.uk
marijuana-anonymous.co.uk
Help for anyone worried about cannabis use.
National Association for Children of Alcoholics
0800 358 3456
helpline@nacoa.org.uk
nacoa.org.uk
Provides information, advice and support for anyone affected by a parent's drinking, including adults.
NHS Live Well
nhs.uk/livewell
Mental Health Under Construction | Episode 4: Trauma and Loss
**CONTENT WARNING** In the fourth episode of Mental Health Under Construction, we’ll be discussing trauma and loss. Physical injury is a topic discussed and this episode may be distressing for some listeners. Hosted by Ryan Ridgway, member of We Are Hummingbird, this week we’ll be chatting to Untangle Grief Founder, Emily Cummin, and tradesperson Mat, to better understand the distinction between trauma and loss, what is being done to support people in the construction industry, where to get help and much more.If you have been affected by trauma and loss, there are dedicated services available.
See below:
ASSIST Trauma Care - assisttraumacare.org.uk / 01788 551919
*Information and specialist help for people who've experienced trauma or are supporting someone who has.
Birth Trauma Association - birthtraumaassociation.org.uk / 01264 860380
*Support for anyone affected by birth trauma, including partners.
Freedom from Torture - freedomfromtorture.org
*Supports survivors of torture.
Help for Adult Victims of Child Abuse (HAVOCA) - havoca.org
*Information and support for adults who have experienced any type of childhood abuse, run by survivors.
Lifecentre - lifecentre.uk.com / 0808 802 0808 (freephone) or 07717 989 022 (textline)
*Support for survivors of rape and sexual abuse, and anyone supporting them. Includes a helpline, text support and email counselling.
PTSD Resolution - ptsdresolution.org / 0300 302 0551
* Helps veterans, reservists and their families with trauma and distress.
Untangled Grief - https://untanglegrief.com/ / emily@untanglegrief.com
*Bereavement support group, helping families rebuild life after loss.
The Survivors Trust - thesurvivorstrust.org / 0808 8010 818
*Lists local specialist services for survivors of sexual violence, including advocates and Independent Sexual Violence Advisors (ISVAs).
Victim Support - victimsupport.org.uk / 0808 168 9111
*Provides emotional and practical support for people affected by crime and traumatic events.
Mental Health Under Construction | Episode 3: Suicide
**CONTENT WARNING** In this episode of Mental Health Under Construction, we’ll be discussing suicide and this discussion may be distressing for some listeners. This week we talk with Mental Health Campaigners Neil Laybourn and Jonny Benjamin, as well as Mike Turlin, who has worked in the construction industry for over 15 years and founded Construction Buddies to raise awareness for mental health. Mike talks about his personal experiences, suicide stigma and how we can better support those in the construction industry.
If you’re in crisis and need support right now, there are many helplines staffed by trained people ready to listen.
See below:
Samaritans offer a 24-hours a day, 7 days a week support- 116 123 (freephone)
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK - 0800 689 5652 (open 24/7)
NHS Choices: 24-hour national helpline - Call free on 111
Papyrus dedicated service for people up to the age of 35 - 0800 068 4141 (weekdays 10am-10pm, weekends 2pm-10pm and bank holidays 2pm–10pm) or text 07786 209 697.
Construction Buddies - https://constructionbuddies.co.uk/
Mental Health Under Construction | Episode 2: Depression
In this second episode, we talk openly and honestly about depression from both an industry and professional perspective. We not only question stigmatisation of depression, but we also look at ways tradespeople can be better supported - whether that's professionally, at work or having more conversations about mental health.
Mental Health Under Construction | Episode 1: Anxiety
In the first episode of Mental Health Under Construction, Head Therapist India Haylor and tradesperson Paddy sit down with our host, Ryan Ridgway, to discuss the effects of anxiety disorder within the construction industry and the wider world.
It is believed that 1 in 3 construction workers suffer with anxiety. Today, we discuss this issue from both an industry and professional perspective, with the aim of understanding how we can make a positive difference, both for ourselves and those around us.