Construction Industry Faces Mental Health Crisis as Suicide Rates Surge Among Workers in Georgia

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Rob McKinney, a 52-year-old construction safety advocate from Clarksville, highlights the volatile and uncertain nature of the construction industry, which has contributed to a mental health crisis among workers. With male construction workers facing a suicide rate 75% higher than the general population and significant opioid-related deaths, initiatives like the "Construction Hike for Hope" aim to address these mental health challenges. As the industry continues to grow in Georgia, issues such as job instability and cultural stigmas surrounding mental health remain critical concerns for worker safety and well-being.