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Working in construction is tough. You face physical challenges every day, but sometimes the mental toll can be just as heavy. Traumatic events on site, accidents, or ongoing stress can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). If you or someone you care about is struggling, it’s important to know that help is available. This guide will walk you through understanding PTSD, finding support, and practical steps to manage your mental health. Understanding PTSD and Its Impact

Important (Read First) This guide is not medical advice and not legal advice. It is a claim-preparation framework explaining how mental health claims are commonly assessed for: TPD insurance through superannuation, and DSP (Disability Support Pension) through Services Australia (Centrelink) In both systems, diagnosis alone is not enough. Decisions are typically driven by evidence addressing: Work capacity Functional impairment Permanence / likely duration Strength, detail, an

Work-related stress rarely arrives all at once. More often, it builds gradually—through sustained pressure, long hours, unresolved conflict, financial strain, physical injury, or uncertainty about the future. By the time many people recognise they’re struggling, stress may already be affecting their mental health, relationships, sleep, and capacity to work. The most effective protection is not waiting until you feel overwhelmed. It’s putting practical supports in place early,