Mental Health Resources - AWCC of Oregon

Mental health affects us all, as an individual, family, community and society. Creating a constructive space, fostering self-worth and supporting well being is a collective community effort.

AWCC is a proud partner and supporter of the Construction Suicide Prevention Partnership (Suicide Stops Here). The partnership has many resources for construction contractors to help launch, share, and maintain a suicide and substance abuse prevention program. The program’s many partners include construction trades associations, contractors, local unions, state agencies, corporations, and more.

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12.3

12.3 million Americans thought about suicide in 2021

3.5

3.5 million Americans planned suicide in 2021

1.7

1.7 million Americans attempted suicide in 2021

48,183

48,183 Americans died by suicide in 2021 – 1 death every 11 minutes

3.5%

Men die by suicide 3.5% more than women

2nd

Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for people 15-34 years old

5,550

5,550 construction deaths nationwide in 2021 – 1,870 were from suicide

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You are not alone, please ask for help. Talk with your peers, social network, community (church, school, work), and circle of trust (family, friends) and share with them how you are feeling. There are also these resources to help you NOW:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 2 for Spanish)
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (to connect with a Crisis Counselor)
Veterans Crisis Line (call, chat or text) 1-800-273-8255, Press 1 or https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
Crisis Service Canada: 1-833-456-4566
How Are You – Take the Screening
“Man Therapy” – self-screen for depression, anxiety, substance use and anger
Make a Safety Plan
Stories of Hope and Recovery
Videos of Hope and Recover
Alcohol Rehab Guide

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Mental health and wellbeing - A pair of Asian factory coworkers stepping out for a rest

Be a resource in supporting others’ mental health journeys. Below are resources to encourage screenings, identify warning signs, and promote the #BeThe1To pledge. Empower those around you with actionable steps for making a positive impact. Recognize treating mental health same as physical health. Take time to listen, care, respect and help.

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Elevate mental health awareness on your job sites and in the contractor community. Help to create a safe, supportive environment for your workers. We are responsible for the well-being and safety of everyone on every job site. But we must be able to see the signs of struggle that can impact safety and productivity, and know how to access resources and support to keep workers safe every day.

There are many organizations and resources you can leverage as you discuss and address mental health awareness in your organization.

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