The behavioral health crisis facing construction is intimidating—the industry has the highest rate of overdose deaths and the second highest rate of suicides compared to all other U.S. industries—but it’s not insurmountable.
The construction industry has been hit hard by "deaths of despair" - suicide, unintentional overdose, and deaths caused by chronic alcohol misuse - and unfortunately the situation appears to be getting worse.
Erin Craw talks to Heather Kurtenbach and Vicki O'Leary about the changing landscape of the construction industry and how they plan to continue making it less intimidating for women to jump into this profession.
Beyer joins Rich Jones and Hamilton Baiden discuss the dire need for mental health support for construction workers, debunk myths about having to hit rock bottom, and detail real solutions for mental health and substance use issues.
The construction industry has the second highest rate of suicide and is heavily impacted by stress, mental health issues, and substance misuse. Youturn Health offers comprehensive support to privately help employees, help destigmatize blue collar workers getting help, and save lives.