by Don Stevenson | Feb 17, 2025 | Blog
Are Employee Assistance Programs (EAP’s) failing in Mining? Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) have long been recognized as valuable tools for supporting the mental health and well-being of employees. By offering confidential counselling, resources for...
by Don Stevenson | Feb 11, 2025 | Blog
Mining Corruption and Mental Health Defining Corruption in the Mining Sector Corruption in mining refers to unethical or illegal activities such as bribery, kickbacks, regulatory manipulation, under-reporting of production, and the misappropriation of development...
by Don Stevenson | Jan 29, 2025 | Blog
Tuberculosis in Mining: Its Impact on Mental Health An Review of the Effects on Individuals and Their Communities Introduction Tuberculosis (TB) is a highly infectious disease that has plagued humanity for centuries. While it can affect anyone, certain...
by Don Stevenson | Jan 28, 2025 | Blog
The Hidden Impact of Low Testosterone on Men’s Mental Health in Mining Unveiling the Silent Struggle Introduction The mining industry is one of the most demanding and physically intense fields of work. It requires resilience, strength, and a great deal of mental...
by Don Stevenson | Jan 28, 2025 | Blog
The Impact of Menopause on Mental Health in the Mining Industry Understanding the Challenges and Providing Support Introduction Menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years, typically occurring between the...
by Don Stevenson | Jan 27, 2025 | Blog
The Daily Mental Health Struggles of Open-Pit Miners – And How to Overcome Them Open-pit mining may sound like an adventure straight out of a blockbuster movie—big machines, endless horizons, and a sky that feels close enough to touch. But for those who live the...
by Don Stevenson | Jan 20, 2025 | Blog
Defining a Good Mental Health Culture A good mental health culture in the workplace ensures that mental health is treated as a priority, comparable to physical health. It goes beyond offering benefits or programs—it creates an environment where everyone feels valued,...
by Don Stevenson | Jan 14, 2025 | Blog
The Value of Recruitment Companies in Supporting Mental Health Within the Mining Industry The mining industry, known for its demanding environments and high-stakes work, has recently seen a growing recognition of the importance of mental health. According to the...
by Don Stevenson | Jan 9, 2025 | Blog
Building Minds, Not Just Projects: Why Mental Health Matters in EPC/EPCM Companies Let’s face it—when you think of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) or EPCM companies, “mental health” probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. You’re more likely...
by Don Stevenson | Jan 8, 2025 | Blog
Bridging the Gap – Women in Mining and Mental Health Introduction: Mining’s Hidden Challenges Mining has long been a symbol of grit, innovation, and economic progress. But beneath its rugged exterior lies a deeper narrative—one of women carving out space in an...
