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Supporting Men’s Mental Health in Construction with Mark McBride Wright, Scott Pearshouse MRICS and Tomi Laguda #183

March 17, 2025 • The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors • Episode 183

Mental health and wellbeing is a key pillar in today’s world, and while it’s historically been more challenging for men in construction to be open, there’s more vital support now than ever before.

Tomi Laguda leads a deep and honest discussion on The RICS Podcast this week with Scott Pearshouse MRICS, as he shares his own mental health journey in construction, and Mark McBride Wright, who shares essential steps we can all take to foster a safer working environment for everyone.

CONTENT WARNING // This episode of The RICS Podcast discusses sensitive topics surrounding suicide to raise awareness for those affected - if you or someone that you know is in need of support, resources can be found in the ‘Links and References’, or Samaritans are available to call free at 116 123.

This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:

Major day-to-day pressures on men’s mental health
Identifying the signs that you, or someone you know, should seek support
Our collective responsibility for changing the culture to one where mental wellbeing is prioritised
Leaders’ roles in creating a more open, safe and welcoming workplace

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Mark McBride Wright

https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmcbridewright/

Tomi Laguda

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom%C3%AD-l-9a0782139/

Scott Pearshouse MRICS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-pearshouse-mrics-b3391952/