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Construction Workers Face Mental Health Crisis, Urgent Action Needed

5/19/2025

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Construction workers are grappling with a mental health crisis, experiencing suicide rates 2.4 times higher than other fields. Alarmingly, fewer than 20% reach out for help with anxiety or depression. To combat this, employers must prioritize mental health by offering counseling and fostering open conversations, as highlighted by the Associated Construction Contractors of New Jersey.

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Story summary

Construction workers are grappling with a mental health crisis, experiencing suicide rates 2.4 times higher than other fields. Alarmingly, fewer than 20% reach out for help with anxiety or depression. To combat this, employers must prioritize mental health by offering counseling and fostering open conversations, as highlighted by the Associated Construction Contractors of New Jersey.