Suicidal ideation and related factors in construction industry apprentices

Ross, Victoria; Mathieu, Sharna; Wardhani, Rachmania; Gullestrup, Jorgen; Kõlves, Kairi

doi:10.1016/j.jad.2021.10.073

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“…Younger age was associated with SI and NSSI in the univariate models but not with SA. This is consistent with previous studies that highlight the vulnerability of younger male CIWs and apprentices to SI (25,27) and the higher lifetime rates of NSSI among younger age groups more generally (46). Considering that young males are among those least likely to seek professional or informal support for mental health di culties (47,49), more focused preventative efforts may be required to prevent any potential transition to SA among this cohort.…”

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confidence: 93%

“…Three studies have explored SI among CIWs and reported prevalence rates of between 2.5% − 12% (25,26). An additional study on SI among construction industry apprentices reported a twelvemonth prevalence rate of 29.4% (27). The risk factors most associated with SI in these studies include depression, low earnings, high working hours, young age, contract type, drug and alcohol abuse, and physical illness (25,26).…”

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Prevalence and associated factors of suicidal ideation, non-suicidal self-injury and suicide attempt among male construction industry workers in Ireland

O’Donnell,

Egan,

Clarke

et al. 2023

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Background Suicide among male construction industry workers (CIWs) are reported to be disproportionally high compared to the working age population. However, there is minimal understanding of the prevalence and associated factors of suicidal ideation (SI), non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), and suicide attempts (SA) among male CIWs. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted on a large sample of male CIWs in Ireland (n = 1,585). We investigated the prevalence of SI, NSSI and SA and sociodemographic, occupational, and mental health factors associated with these three outcomes. Multivariable Poisson regression was performed to estimate the incidence rate ratio (IRR) of SI (model 1 primary outcome), while multivariable logistic regression was used to estimate the odds ratio (OR) of NSSI (model 2 primary outcome), and SA (model 3 primary outcome). Results. The lifetime prevalence rate of SI in this study was 22%, 6% for NSSI, and 6% for SA. In univariable modelling, socio-demographic and occupational factors associated with the three outcomes included younger age (SI and NSSI), not being in a relationship (SA) and working 35–44 hours per week (SI and SA). All psychological factors (past mental health difficulties, history of mental health treatment, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), depression, suicide bereavement) were significantly associated with increased risk of the three outcomes. In fully adjusted multivariable models: (1) past mental health difficulties, higher GAD and depression levels were associated with increased IRR of suicide ideation; (2) past mental health difficulties and higher GAD levels were associated with a higher odds ratio (OR) of NSSI and; (3) past mental health difficulties and higher depression levels were associated with higher ORs for SA. Conclusion. SI, NSSI and SA are significant issues for male CIWs that require specific attention. Findings highlight a need to support younger male CIWs and those bereaved by suicide. They also highlight the need for the early detection and treatment of GAD and depression in order to intervene in, and potentially prevent, suicidality among male CIWs.

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confidence: 93%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Prevalence and associated factors of suicidal ideation, non-suicidal self-injury and suicide attempt among male construction industry workers in Ireland

O’Donnell,

Egan,

Clarke

et al. 2023

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“…Apprentices have higher levels of psychological distress and drug and alcohol use than national population norms [9,10]. Almost a third of construction apprentices experienced suicidal ideation in the previous year, which is significantly higher than the national norms for young people aged 16 to 25 years [11].…”

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Apprentices’ Attitudes Toward Using a Mental Health Mobile App to Support Healthy Coping: Mixed Methods Study

Choi¹,

Petrie²,

Einboden³

et al. 2022

JMIR Hum Factors

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Background Apprenticeships are a common pathway for young people transitioning into the workforce. Apprentices often face many employment-related challenges and have high levels of psychological distress, drug and alcohol use, and suicidal ideation. Little is known about the attitudes of apprentices toward using smartphone apps to support their mental health and the content that would engage them. Objective This study explored (1) apprentices’ interest in using an app to support their mental health and (2) the healthy coping strategies used to manage their mental well-being in the face of workplace challenges, in order to inform future app content. Methods A mixed methods study was conducted with 54 apprentices (50/54 male, 93%) with a mean age of 22.7 (SD 5.7) years. Participants completed a survey on preferred ways of using an app to support mental health. Across 8 focus groups, participants were asked to describe healthy strategies they used to cope with occupational stressors. Results Only 11% (6/54) of participants currently used a well-being app, but there was high interest in using an app to support their friends (47/54 participants, 87%) and develop self-help strategies to manage or prevent mental health issues (42/54 participants, 78%). Four major types of coping behaviors were identified: (1) social connection for disclosure, advice, and socializing; (2) pleasurable activities, such as engaging in hobbies, time-outs, and developing work-life separation; (3) cognitive approaches, including defusing from thoughts and cognitive reframing; and (4) self-care approaches, including exercise, a healthy diet, and getting adequate sleep. Conclusions There is interest among apprentices to use an app with a positive well-being focus that helps them to develop self-management skills and support their friends. Apprentices utilized a range of healthy behaviors to cope with workplace stressors that can be incorporated into mental health apps to improve uptake and engagement. However, many of the preferred coping strategies identified are not those focused on by currently available apps, indicating the need for more targeted digital interventions for this group.

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“…The industry culture is dominated by traditional masculine beliefs such as self-reliance and stoicism, which serve as a barrier to help-seeking (Ross et al, 2019). Apprentices in these male-dominated industries (e.g., construction, transport and utilities, manufacturing) experienced elevated levels of psychological distress (Considine et al, 2017), depression (Roche et al, 2016), alcohol use disorders (Roche et al, 2012), and suicide (Ross et al, 2022).…”

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confidence: 99%

Mental Health, Alcohol Use, Workplace Bullying and Attitude toward Mental Health Help-Seeking in French Apprentices

Theurel¹,

Witt²

2023

PSYCH

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Young people are at heightened risk for mental health problems. Among them, apprentices in some cases meet working conditions with significant challenges to mental wellness at a critical developmental period. Although mental health issues have been well documented in higher education students, this is not the case for apprentices. The present experiment thus aimed to fill the gap of available information between the two populations. More specifically, we aimed to provide a topic overview of French apprentices' mental health and well-being, to examine the prevalence of workplace bullying in French apprentices and its' associations with mental health difficulties, and to explore apprentices' attitudes toward help-seeking in order to inform the development of online intervention relevant to apprentices. Main results show that apprentices have poor mental health and that age, gender and business sector act as risk factors, with apprentices aged 18 -25 years, female apprentices and apprentices in the tertiary sector experiencing higher levels of distress and lower levels of well-being. Results also reveal a high prevalence of workplace bullying associated with psychological distress, alcohol use and maladaptive stress management strategies. Finally, although apprentices are not reluctant to seek help from mental health professionals, the workplace is not considered as a setting where to find help. However, digital self-help programs could fit well with the daily lifestyle and interests of apprentices. Practical recommendations to address mental health issues in apprentices are discussed within a comprehensive framework including community mental health awareness, digital mental health intervention, and workplace prevention programs.

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Suicidal ideation and related factors in construction industry apprentices

Cited by 28 publications

References 35 publications

Prevalence and associated factors of suicidal ideation, non-suicidal self-injury and suicide attempt among male construction industry workers in Ireland

Prevalence and associated factors of suicidal ideation, non-suicidal self-injury and suicide attempt among male construction industry workers in Ireland

Apprentices’ Attitudes Toward Using a Mental Health Mobile App to Support Healthy Coping: Mixed Methods Study

Mental Health, Alcohol Use, Workplace Bullying and Attitude toward Mental Health Help-Seeking in French Apprentices

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