Tag: wellbeing

During the 2023 Crew Welfare Week, Dr. Christian Lubaton, Medical Director, Nordic Medical Clinic, stressed that a seafarer who is psychologically distressed is not safe for all people onboard and suggested a three-step framework for seafarers’ mental health.

Can cultural diversity create connection instead of isolation? In the following article, Green Jakobsen talks about a crucial aspect that can either create bonds or cause social isolation and impact the mental health of seafarers.

Feeling accepted and cherished while being ourselves is one of the most vital pillars of our mental well-being. Yet, bias and discrimination exist everywhere, including onboard ships.

In a recent SHS (Seafarers Hospital Society) webinar, medical experts talked about the health and welfare of seafarers, and discussed ways to reduce the risk of heart disease.

In its Q1 2023 Seafarers Happiness Index report, the Mission to Seafarers noted that the percentage of happiness about seafarers' ability to keep fit and healthy on board, has fallen to 7.1 from 7.83.

The Mission to Seafarers has unveiled its Happy at Sea mobile app that helps seafarers access essential services to improve their welfare and mental health during their time at sea.

Contemplation is a profound and relaxing cognitive process that is beneficial to the spirit. Through this technique, a person can connect with their innermost thoughts and develop a deeper awareness of themselves.

The Nautical Institute announced a new collaboration with The Seafarers’ Charity to develop a new range of training courses aimed at improving the leadership and management skills of seafarers and those working ashore.  

In the 21st century, with the domination of technology, human contact has reduced dramatically. As a result, the social distancing has increased in parallel with the need for hugs.

In its 32nd Annual General Meeting, on 16 May 2023, in Shanghai, Asian Shipowners’ Association (ASA) focused on many aspects of the challenges and constraints including safety at sea, manpower and decarbonisation.