DIMONDALE, Mich. (WILX) - Suicide is claiming the lives of construction workers at an alarming rate, and Michigan industry leaders say it’s time to confront the crisis head-on.

“Tight deadlines. They have a lot of things that they’re up against as workers in the industry. It isn’t easy work. It’s very labor-intensive. And I think that those are things that cause anxiety and depression and that lead to mental health issues.”

At a construction site event in Dimondale, speakers emphasized that mental health struggles often extend beyond the job. Mark Dyke of Ferris State University explained that personal challenges can make job sites less safe for everyone.

“Maybe they’re going through a rough time in a relationship or they got a loved one or an elderly parent that is ill,” Dyke said. “Th

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