标签： Jamaica

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jesutofunmi Simpson, a clinical psychologist at Bellevue Hospital, is shedding light on the often-ignored workplace stressors that are significantly impacting the mental health of the working-class population. Simpson identifies economic pressures, job dissatisfaction, and micromanagement as primary contributors to employee stress and unhappiness. ‘When your income doesn’t cover your expenses, stress is inevitable. This financial strain, coupled with a lack of fulfillment at work, creates a challenging environment,’ Simpson explained in a recent interview with JIS News. She emphasized that job satisfaction goes beyond workload, highlighting the importance of employees feeling that their work has a meaningful impact. The discussion on mental health was particularly relevant during Mental Health Awareness Week (October 5-12) and Global Mental Health Day (October 10), as Jamaica faces a concerning rise in suicides, with 44 reported cases between January and September 2025. Simpson advocates for building workplace resilience to combat daily stressors. ‘Resilience is about adaptability and bouncing back from challenges. In the workplace, this means navigating difficulties and understanding that recovery is possible,’ she said. To foster resilience, Simpson recommends emotional regulation, stress management, and maintaining a clear boundary between work and personal life. She also encourages employees to engage in hobbies, seek support, and utilize their full breaks. For managers and business owners, she stresses the importance of flexible work arrangements and a collaborative culture to reduce burnout. Burnout, characterized by emotional and physical exhaustion, is a severe consequence of chronic workplace stress. Simpson advises individuals to prioritize rest, practice relaxation techniques, and set boundaries. From an organizational perspective, she calls for proactive stress prevention measures, such as fostering a supportive work environment and encouraging employees to stay connected with loved ones.

A 38-year-old man from the United States, Cody Balmer, has admitted to attempting to murder Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro by firebombing his official residence. Balmer entered a guilty plea on Tuesday, acknowledging charges of attempted murder, aggravated arson, burglary, and related offenses. According to prosecutors, he faces a prison sentence ranging from 25 to 50 years under a plea agreement. The incident occurred in April when Balmer, driven by what he described as ‘hatred’ towards the governor, hurled a Molotov cocktail at Shapiro’s Georgian-style mansion in Harrisburg. At the time, Shapiro was celebrating the first night of Passover with his family. Although no injuries were reported, parts of the residence sustained significant damage. Balmer was captured on surveillance footage scaling a perimeter fence, breaking windows, and igniting gasoline-filled bottles before fleeing the scene. He later surrendered to state police, confessing to the attack. An ex-partner of Balmer had alerted authorities, stating he intended to turn himself in. Shapiro, a prominent Democrat and potential 2028 presidential candidate, expressed relief that no one was harmed during the ordeal.

A security officer is currently being sought by authorities in connection with a high-profile $15 million robbery of an automated banking machine (ABM) at a supermarket in St Andrew. The incident occurred on Sunday morning, around 9am, when the suspect, employed as a driver for a well-known security company, and four colleagues were servicing the ABM at the shopping facility. The suspect was reportedly left alone in the armoured truck during the operation. Upon the return of his colleagues, it was discovered that he had vanished. Security footage allegedly captured the suspect exiting the back of the vehicle with a backpack and later leaving the compound with the same bag. Despite extensive efforts to locate him, the suspect has not been seen or heard from since the incident. The Half Way Tree Police are actively investigating the case, which has raised significant concerns about internal security protocols within the company.