A recently published study from the construction company Clayco shows nearly two-thirds of U.S. construction workers have experienced anxiety or depression over the last year.

About 64% of the 1,000 construction workers surveyed across the U.S. responded they have dealt with mental health issues. That’s up from 54% the previous year.

This year’s survey also included responses from over 1,000 industry executives and decision-makers — offering a broader look at how mental health is viewed from both sides of the job site.

“We know that stigma and fear are barriers to workers seeking help when they need it,” said Darcy Gruttadaro, chief innovation officer with the National Alliance on Mental Illness, a partner of the study.

Broken down by gender, the study showed 60% of men and 73% of

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