Explore the evolving challenges of seafaring, including isolation, mental health issues, and the erosion of onboard social dynamics. Steven Jones discusses solutions to improve seafarers' wellbeing.
Enhancing mental health resources for seafarers is crucial to their wellbeing. Access to professional counselling, whether onboard or via remote consultations, offers essential support for managing mental health challenges.
Mental health awareness programs are vital for reducing stigma, educating seafarers, and encouraging help-seeking behaviour. Supportive industry policies and culturally sensitive programs further enhance these efforts, though more
improvements are needed beyond the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC2006) to better support seafarers & mental well-being.