ARE YOU AT RISK?

Know the Risk Factors and Warning Signs of Suicide

There is no single cause for suicide. Often, stressors and health issues come together to create feelings of hopelessness and despair. Most people who take their lives exhibit one or more warning signs either through what they say or what they do. 


Understanding the risk factors and warning signs can save lives. Whether you're concerned about yourself, a loved one, or someone in your community, this guide can help you spot the signals and respond with care. 


If you or someone you know has exhibited one or more of these signs and is at immediate risk of suicide, get help now.


988  offers 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress. That could be thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. People can call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org both for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.

RECOGNIZE the RISK FACTORS


A combination of environmental, health, historical, and occupational factors can increase the risk of suicide. Conditions like depression, anxiety and substance problems, especially when left untreated, increase the risk for suicide. 


According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, employees in the construction industry are at the highest risk for suicide among all industries. If you work in the construction industry, it is especially important to keep the risk factors in mind.

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Connected MIND MENTAL HEALTH SCREENING

Did you know that 69% of those suffering from a mental health condition did not know the symptoms they were suffering from were caused by their mental health. Find out your risk for the 6 most common connected mental health conditions, including suicide and self-harm. 


Take a Free Screening

Employers, ensuring the good mental health of your workforce is critical. Consider encouraging your employees to take this brief, anonymous online screening, you’re helping them gain a deeper awareness of their mental health and empowering them to seek support. Screenings give your employees an opportunity to check in on their behavioral health, connect to local resources and work towards recovery. 


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Now is the time for the industry to STAND Up for suicide prevention and address it as a health and safety priority by creating safe cultures, providing training to identify and help those at risk, raising awareness about the suicide crisis in construction, normalizing conversations around suicide and mental health, and ultimately decreasing the risks associated with suicide in construction.

PLEDGE TO STAND UP