ARE YOU AT RISK?

SUICIDE: KNOW THE SIGNS

There’s no single cause of suicide, according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. It most often occurs when stress and health issues converge to create feelings of hopelessness and despair.


Recognizing warning signs—through conversations, social media posts or changes in behavior—may help determine if someone you know is struggling.


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.

HAVE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW EXHIBITED ONE OR MORE WARNING SIGNS?


  • Feeling sad or depressed most of the time
  • Talking about feeling trapped or wanting to die
  • Extreme mood swings
  • Increased use of alcohol or drugs
  • Decreased self-confidence
  • Feeling hopeless and helpless
  • Sleeping too much or too little
  • Feeling anxious, agitated or reckless
  • Withdrawing from family and friends
  • Talking about being a burden to others


WARNING SIGNS SPECIFIC TO CONSTRUCTION WORKERS INCLUDE


  • Decreased productivity
  • Increased conflict among co-workers
  • Near hits, incidents and injuries
  • Decreased problem-solving ability
  • Increased tardiness and absenteeism


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. 


Screen Yourself Now

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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