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What is the main risk to seafarers due to their occupation?
What is the main risk to seafarers due to their occupation?
- Isolation (correct)
- Stress
- Physical health problems
- Substance abuse
What can the impact of psychosocial issues on seafarers have?
What can the impact of psychosocial issues on seafarers have?
- Positive effects on their mental health
- Negative effects on their ability to work safely (correct)
- No effect on their mental health
- Positive effects on their physical health
What is necessary to protect seafarers from psychosocial issues?
What is necessary to protect seafarers from psychosocial issues?
- Increased regulations
- More research
- Interventions to support seafarers (correct)
- More awareness
What is NOT a psychosocial issue that seafarers may face?
What is NOT a psychosocial issue that seafarers may face?
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What should the industry and governments invest in to help seafarers?
What should the industry and governments invest in to help seafarers?
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Study Notes
- Seafarers are at risk of a wide range of psychosocial issues due to their occupation, including isolation, stress, physical and mental health issues, trauma, and substance abuse.
- These issues can significantly impact the seafarers' mental health and well-being and also affect their ability to perform their duties safely.
- It is essential for the industry and governments to invest in interventions to support seafarers and address these risks.
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Test your knowledge of the psychosocial challenges faced by seafarers, including isolation, stress, mental health issues, trauma, and substance abuse, and learn about the importance of interventions to support their well-being and safety.
