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Construction Worker Suicides Surge: Urgent Mental Health Call
10/23/2025
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Story summary
- Approximately 6,000 construction workers died by suicide in 2022.
- Erie County reported seven construction-worker suicides in 2023.
- A Clayco survey found 64% of U.S. construction workers experienced mental health issues last year, up from 54% in 2024.
- Clayco advocates for a Mental Health Support Pledge to provide resources for workers.
- Experts call for policy changes to reduce stigma and improve open discussions about mental health.
