Mental Health
Our regional council is dedicated to improving the mental well-being of our members and the industry as a whole. In an effort to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health in construction, we have launched a mental health and suicide prevention initiative. Our initiative will focus heavily on early intervention, encouraging our members to be more aware of recognizing the signs of someone who may be struggling on the job and providing support before it is too late. We all have the opportunity and responsibility to create a workplace safety culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and heard.
Did you know:
- 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience a mental health condition.
- 1 in 20 U.S. adults experience a serious mental health condition.
- 1 in 6 U.S. youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health condition.
- 50% of all lifetime mental health conditions begin by age 14, and 75% by age 24.
- The construction industry has the second highest suicide rate in the country behind the mining industry.
- Construction workers are 3.5 more likely to die by suicide.
KNOW THE SIGNS
Recognizing the signs of someone who may be struggling can be life-saving. Here are 10 common signs to be familiar with while on the job.
- Increased risky behaviors
- Suddenly showing up late
- Decreased productivity
- Isolation from coworkers
- Difficulty concentrating or performing daily tasks
- Extreme mood swings
- Excessive use of alcohol or drugs
- Increased conflict with other team members
- Significant changes in their physical health
- Sudden worries or fears that get in the way of daily life
Mental Health Support
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, are worried about someone you know or just need to talk, contact any of the following support resources.
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National
911 If you or a loved one is in immediate physical danger, call 911. It is important to notify the operator that it is a mental health emergency and to request police officers trained in crisis intervention. Call 911 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here. At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone. Call or text 988
Chat online www.988lifeline.org
Veterans Crisis Lifeline If you're a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, the Veterans Crisis Line is a free, confidential resource that connects you to a real person specially trained to support Veterans. Call 988 then press 1
Text 838255
Chat online www.veteranscrisisline.net
TEAM TEAM offers you and your family short-term counseling services over the phone, via Zoom video, or in person - free as part of your benefits plan. TEAM counselors work with a variety of issues, including Alcohol and Drug Problems, Depression/Anxiety, Behavioral Concerns, Relationship Challenges, Family/Parenting Issues, Grief and Loss, Stress Management, and Job-Related Difficulties. Call 1-800-634-7710 Disaster Distress Helpline
The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) is a national hotline dedicated to providing year-round disaster crisis counceling. This toll-free, multilingual, crisis support service is available 24/7 to all residents in the U.S. and its territories who are experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-casued disasters. Call or text 1-800-985-5990
National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) The NAMI HelpLine is a free, nationwide peer-support service providing information, resource referrals and support to people living with a mental health condition, their family members and caregivers, mental health providers and the public. The NAMI HelpLine can be reached Mon-Fri, 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. ET. Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
Text 'NAMI' to 741741
National Domestic Violence Hotline 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse. Highly-trained, expert advocates offer free, confidential, and compassionate support, crisis intervention information, education, and referral services in over 200 languages. Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text 'START' to 88788
Chat online www.thehotline.org
National Sexual Assault Hotline RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation's largest anti-sexual violance organization. They provide 24/7, free, and confidential support to help survivors. Call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Chat online www.rainn.org
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) SAMHSA is a free, confidential and 24/7 national hotline that offers treatment referrals and information services for individuals and families facing mental health and/or substance use disorders. Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) The Trevor Project Crisis counselors at The Trevor Project are trained to answer calls, chats, or texts from LGBTQ+ young peopple who reach out on their free, confidential and secure 24/7 service when they are struggling with issues such as coming out, LGBTQ+ identity, depression, and suicide. Call 1-866-488-7386
Text 'START' to 678678
Chat online www.thetrevorproject.org
Trans Lifeline Trans Lifeline connects trans people to the community support and resources needed to survive and thrive. Call 877-656-8860
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Iowa
911 If you or a loved one is in immediate physical danger, call 911. It is important to notify the operator that it is a mental health emergency and to request police officers trained in crisis intervention. Call 911 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here. At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone. Call or text 988
Chat online www.988lifeline.org
TEAM TEAM offers you and your family short-term counseling services over the phone, via Zoom video, or in person - free as part of your benefits plan. TEAM counselors work with a variety of issues, including Alcohol and Drug Problems, Depression/Anxiety, Behavioral Concerns, Relationship Challenges, Family/Parenting Issues, Grief and Loss, Stress Management, and Job-Related Difficulties. Call 1-800-634-7710 Your Life Iowa
When you don't know who to turn to about a problem with alcohol, drugs, gambling, suicidal thoughts or mental health, Your Life Iowa is here for you 24/7. They provide free, confidential support and connect you to resources meant to help you get your life back on track. Call 855-581-8111
Text 855-895-8398
Chat online www.yourlifeiowa.org
Iowa Crisis Chat Iowa Crisis Chat is a volunteer-driven organization that provides non-judgmental support for individuals facing emotional crisis. Their highly trained volunteers and staff are available from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m. CT, seven days a week. If it is outside of the hours of operation, the link will connect you to Your Life Iowa's 24/7 chat. Call 1-855-325-4296
Chat online www.iowacrisischat.org
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Minnesota
911 If you or a loved one is in immediate physical danger, call 911. It is important to notify the operator that it is a mental health emergency and to request police officers trained in crisis intervention. Call 911 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here. At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone. Call or text 988
Chat online www.988lifeline.org
TEAM TEAM offers you and your family short-term counseling services over the phone, via Zoom video, or in person - free as part of your benefits plan. TEAM counselors work with a variety of issues, including Alcohol and Drug Problems, Depression/Anxiety, Behavioral Concerns, Relationship Challenges, Family/Parenting Issues, Grief and Loss, Stress Management, and Job-Related Difficulties. Call 1-800-634-7710 Mobile Crisis Mental Health Services
Mobile crisis services are teams of mental health professionals and practitioners who provide psychiatric services to individuals within their own homes and at other sites outside the traditional clinical setting. Mobile crisis services provide for a rapid response and will work to assess the individual, resolve crisis situations, and link people to needed services. Mobile health crisis phone numbers are listed by county.
FastTrackerMN.org FastTrackerMN.org is a dynamic behavioral health search tool that gives Minnesotans access to real time information and availability. It improves connections for individuals and collaboration for systems. Whether you're searching for yourself, a loved one, a patient, or looking for general information, this is your place to start. www.fasttrackermn.org -
Nebraska
911 If you or a loved one is in immediate physical danger, call 911. It is important to notify the operator that it is a mental health emergency and to request police officers trained in crisis intervention. Call 911 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here. At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone. Call or text 988
Chat online www.988lifeline.org
TEAM TEAM offers you and your family short-term counseling services over the phone, via Zoom video, or in person - free as part of your benefits plan. TEAM counselors work with a variety of issues, including Alcohol and Drug Problems, Depression/Anxiety, Behavioral Concerns, Relationship Challenges, Family/Parenting Issues, Grief and Loss, Stress Management, and Job-Related Difficulties. Call 1-800-634-7710 -
North Dakota
911 If you or a loved one is in immediate physical danger, call 911. It is important to notify the operator that it is a mental health emergency and to request police officers trained in crisis intervention. Call 911 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here. At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone. Call or text 988
Chat online www.988lifeline.org
TEAM TEAM offers you and your family short-term counseling services over the phone, via Zoom video, or in person - free as part of your benefits plan. TEAM counselors work with a variety of issues, including Alcohol and Drug Problems, Depression/Anxiety, Behavioral Concerns, Relationship Challenges, Family/Parenting Issues, Grief and Loss, Stress Management, and Job-Related Difficulties. Call 1-800-634-7710 -
South Dakota
911 If you or a loved one is in immediate physical danger, call 911. It is important to notify the operator that it is a mental health emergency and to request police officers trained in crisis intervention. Call 911 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here. At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone. Call or text 988
Chat online www.988lifeline.org
TEAM TEAM offers you and your family short-term counseling services over the phone, via Zoom video, or in person - free as part of your benefits plan. TEAM counselors work with a variety of issues, including Alcohol and Drug Problems, Depression/Anxiety, Behavioral Concerns, Relationship Challenges, Family/Parenting Issues, Grief and Loss, Stress Management, and Job-Related Difficulties. Call 1-800-634-7710 -
Wisconsin
911 If you or a loved one is in immediate physical danger, call 911. It is important to notify the operator that it is a mental health emergency and to request police officers trained in crisis intervention. Call 911 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here. At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone. Call or text 988
Chat online www.988lifeline.org
TEAM TEAM offers you and your family short-term counseling services over the phone, via Zoom video, or in person - free as part of your benefits plan. TEAM counselors work with a variety of issues, including Alcohol and Drug Problems, Depression/Anxiety, Behavioral Concerns, Relationship Challenges, Family/Parenting Issues, Grief and Loss, Stress Management, and Job-Related Difficulties. Call 1-800-634-7710
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