by Don Stevenson | Apr 11, 2025 | Blog
The State of Mental Health in South Africa’s Banking Industry – Challenges and Paths Forward Introduction In South Africa’s fast-paced banking sector, where performance targets, regulatory pressures, and customer demands dominate daily life, mental health has emerged...
by Don Stevenson | Apr 9, 2025 | Blog
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in the Mining Industry: A Detailed Overview Introduction Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric condition that develops after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event threatening life, safety, or physical...
by Don Stevenson | Apr 2, 2025 | Blog
Mindfulness Practices Tailored for Miners The mining environment—loud, fast-paced, and physically intense—calls for mindfulness that’s quick, adaptable, and safe. Here are four techniques you can start using today, rooted in psychology best practices and fine-tuned...
by Don Stevenson | Mar 30, 2025 | Blog
Digging Deeper: The Crisis of Gender-Based Violence in Mining Beneath the surface of the mining industry—a cornerstone of global economies—lies a troubling reality: gender-based violence (GBV). From the gold mines of South Africa to the cobalt fields of the Democratic...
by Don Stevenson | Mar 25, 2025 | Blog
Broaching Mental Health with Bosses in the Mining Industry: A Guide for Men Mental health in the mining industry is a complex and sensitive issue, particularly for men who face unique barriers when seeking help. The mining sector, characterized by its physically...
by Don Stevenson | Mar 20, 2025 | Blog
Dementia Risk in the Mining Industry: What the Research Says Dementia is a growing public health concern, affecting millions of people worldwide. As populations age, understanding the factors that contribute to this debilitating condition becomes increasingly...
by Don Stevenson | Mar 11, 2025 | Blog
Using Toolbox Talks to Discuss Mental Health on Mine Sites: A Practical Guide Mining is one of the toughest industries out there—physically gruelling, often isolating, and packed with high-stakes risks. While we’ve made huge strides in keeping workers safe from...
by Don Stevenson | Mar 4, 2025 | Blog
Beneath the Surface: Revolutionizing Mental Health in the Mining Industry The mining industry, often hailed as the backbone of global industrialization, powers economies, fuels infrastructure, and drives technological advancements. Yet, beneath the surface of this...
by Don Stevenson | Mar 4, 2025 | Blog
Health Check Kiosks: Revolutionizing Mental health, Safety and Wellness in Mining In the rugged, high-stakes world of mining, where workers endure extreme conditions and long shifts, health and safety are non-negotiable. A minor health issue—like fatigue or elevated...
by Don Stevenson | Feb 24, 2025 | Blog
Breaking the Silence: Suicide in the Mining Industry and the Urgent Need for Change The Hidden Crisis in Mining Mining has always been one of the toughest industries in the world—physically demanding, often dangerous, and operating in some of the most isolated...
