Drop the act when it comes to your mental health

Sometimes life can be tough and we can face challenges at home or work.

It can be difficult to ask for help or to even admit that we might need some support.

Asking for help takes courage. We can’t tackle every challenge by ourselves, sometimes for things to improve we need to ask for support.

Our ‘Drop the act’ campaign is encouraging our industry to do just that. Drop the act when it comes to our mental health and stop pretending everything is okay if it isn’t.

Through a series of three videos showing three different situations, we’re showing that it’s okay to lean on your friends when you need them.

Watch our latest campaign video

Next time someone asks you if you’re alright, try being honest with them about what’s going on. They may not be able to fix what’s going on, but they might lend an ear and support you through it.

How counselling can help

A problem shared is a problem halved.

No matter the problem talking with someone can lighten the load.

Counselling can help with a range of different challenges that life can throw at us including:

• Relationship difficulties

• Stress, anxiety and depression

• Other mental health issues

• Feelings of suicide

• Grief and loss

• Alcohol and other drugs support

• Problem gambling

Why we’re running this campaign

Those working in the construction industry are over 50% more likely to take their own lives. This campaign has been designed to encourage our members and those working in the construction industry to seek help if they need it.

You can learn more about the campaign here.