Minding our own business: why mental health needs more attention
Industry professionals supported World Mental Health Day in October, but there's a long way to go before welfare receives the attention it deserves, writes Chris Austin
Feature By IQ | 31 January 2019
Traditionally an industry that attracts passionate and creative individuals who are willing to go the extra mile, the highly competitive live music business appears to be rife with fatigue, anxiety, stress, and drink – and drug-related problems.
A recent survey of more than 500 promoters, event organisers and venue owners, by ticket agency Skiddle indicates the extent of the welfare challenge facing the music industry. Some 82% of respondents said they had suffered with stress, 67% said they had anxiety,…
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