Construction Mental Health – Time for Change
A construction mental health book by Michael Turlin
Behind every hard hat is a human being. After 50 years working in construction, I have seen the pressure that deadlines, financial worries, long hours, bullying and working away from home can place on people. I wrote Construction Mental Health – Time for Change because I believe our industry can do better.
Who is this book for?
This book is for construction workers, apprentices, site managers, supervisors, company directors, HR teams and anyone who wants a healthier construction industry.
What does the book cover?
- Stress, anxiety, isolation and the pressures of site life
- Suicide prevention and the importance of talking and listening
- Bullying, workplace culture and the impact of unrealistic deadlines
- How managers can encourage conversations and support workers
- Practical ideas for improving workforce wellbeing and morale
Why I wrote it
I know what it is like to struggle with mental health. My own journey from despair to helping others led me to start Construction Buddies. I wrote this follow-up to It’s Not Your Time to share both my lived experience and what I have learnt on construction sites. My aim is not simply to sell a book. It is to help people speak up, feel heard and find support.
Buy the book on Amazon
You can order Construction Mental Health – Time for Change through Amazon UK. Find the book on Amazon. Posting individual copies myself costs around £4.50 each, so Amazon is the best way to order.
More books by Michael Turlin are also available. Explore my other books covering personal experiences, mental health and wellbeing across different walks of life. View all my books.
Bring the conversation to your site
Construction Buddies also offers workplace talks to help construction teams start honest conversations about mental health and wellbeing. Find out about our workplace talks or contact me by email to ask about the book or a talk for your workforce.
More advice for construction employers
Read our practical guide: How Construction Companies Can Support Workers’ Mental Health.
Get help
If you or someone you know is struggling, you do not have to face it alone. Find mental health support and helplines. If someone is in immediate danger, call 999.
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