4. In the UK more than
50% of all work
related sick days are
for mental health
issues.
That’s over 15 million
days a year.
http://www.hse.gov.uk/statistics/overall/hssh1718.pdf
5. Things that can make you
stressed…
Work
• Long hours
• Lack of autonomy
• Poor management
• Unclear expectations
• Job insecurity
• Discrimination /
Harassment
Life
• Health
• Kids
• Relationships
• Family
• Money
• Moving house
and many others…
19. The term lumbosacral
transitional vertebra
(Bertolotti's
syndrome) refers to a
total or partial unilateral
or bilateral fusion of the
transverse process of
the lowest lumbar
vertebra to the sacrum.
31. 10 Signs that
you may be
stressed.
• You find it hard to ‘switch off’
• You find it harder to manage your
emotions
• You find yourself less motivated to do
anything
• You find that you’re sick more often
• You find that you’re less sociable
• Your sleep patterns have changed
• You don’t actually want to go into work
• You’re drinking more
• You find it harder to concentrate
• You don’t look after yourself
32. 10 Signs that
you may be
stressed.
• You find it hard to ‘switch off’
• You find it harder to manage your
emotions
• You find yourself less motivated to do
anything
• You find that you’re sick more often
• You find that you’re less sociable
• Your sleep patterns have changed
• You don’t actually want to go into work
• You’re drinking more
• You find it harder to concentrate
• You don’t look after yourself
42. Suicide Rates Around the World
Estimated rate of suicide per 100,000 population (in 2016)
43. Samaritans Research :
Men and Suicide: Why it’s a social issue
Reveals that:
• men compare themselves against a ‘gold standard’ which prizes
power, control and invincibility;
• men in mid-life are now part of the ‘buffer’ generation, not sure
whether to be like their older, more traditional, strong, silent,
austere fathers or like their younger, more progressive,
individualistic sons;
• with the decline of traditional male industries, these men have
lost not only their jobs but also a source of masculine pride and
identity;
• men in mid-life remain overwhelmingly dependent on a female
partner for emotional support.
52. 9 ways to help yourself
• Talk to someone
• Look at what you’re eating (and drinking!) (and smoking!)
• Look at your sleeping habits
• Get some exercise
• Take some ‘you-time’
• Get some fresh air and some sunshine
• Make small changes
• Try CBT / yoga / meditation / healing sessions
• Talk to someone
53. Look out for friends, family, colleagues
• Look for the signs
• Be ready to listen
Look out for yourself
• Recognise your personal signs
• Find what works for you
• Don’t be afraid to talk
