April 2026: International Alcohol Awareness Month
International Alcohol Awareness Month is an opportunity to evaluate one's relationship with alcohol, and to explore paths forward should there be a call for change. Although each person is different, below are some general warning signs and symptoms that may indicate concerns with alcohol use:
- Physical Responses: Withdrawal from alcohol (such as shakiness, sweating, and palpitations) as well as increased tolerance to alcohol (needing more to achieve the same effect).
- Urgency: Compulsive need to begin drinking, as well as difficulty stopping (especially in the face of consequences or intentions to stop).
- Preoccupation: Having trouble focusing on things other than drinking alcohol.
- Neglectfulness: Neglecting duties and responsibilities as the result of drinking.
- Harmful/Risky Behaviors: Engaging in behaviors that are threatening to self and/or others as the result of drinking alcohol.
If you are concerned about your alcohol use, complete an online screening by clicking here.
When a pattern of concerning drinking is established, or a diagnosis of Alcohol Use Disorder is given by a licensed professional, intervention is often needed to help bring about a shift. While millions across the U.S. and Canada are negatively impacted by alcohol use, and with construction workers being significantly more likely to experience challenges with alcohol than workers in other professions, life-saving resources are available.
BAC MAP stands in support of members who may need help for challenges related to alcohol use. If you or a loved one are in need, please contact 1-833-MAP-TALK for confidential help.
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If you or someone you know is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911. You may also obtain immediate 24/7 help from the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling 988.
April 2026: International Month of Hope
Hopelessness is increasingly recognized as a widespread societal challenge, affecting workplaces and communities, with profound mental health and social implications.
Hope is a powerful force that serves as a buffer against depression and suicidality. It adds meaning and purpose to one's life and enables individuals and communities to overcome challenges. In fact, strengthening a sense of hope may be one of the most important tools you can carry.
During April and over International Month of Hope, the BAC Member Assistance Program (MAP) aims to promote the spread of messages of hope as an important part of our mission to support the wellbeing of our members and their loved ones. If you are experiencing hopelessness or would like to connect to discuss related topics, please contact BAC MAP at 1-833-MAP-TALK for caring, confidential guidance.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911. You may also obtain immediate 24/7 help from the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling 988.
April 2026: International Counseling Awareness Month
Counseling is an evidence-based treatment that has granted life-improving and life-saving help for millions of people across North America and the world. And yet, it's often left untapped as an avenue for care, including by people who may benefit from it the most.
No matter the motive for seeking help, psychological counseling is an invaluable research-backed engine for health and wellbeing. BAC MAP welcomes International Counseling Awareness Month by hailing the benefits of counseling and encouraging members and their loved ones to seek services if indicated or needed. BAC MAP aims to help individuals overcome stigma related to counseling by recognizing help-seeking as a marker of strength and success, not weakness or failure.
If you or a loved one needs assistance in accessing counseling services or want to learn more, please contact BAC MAP at 1-833-MAP-TALK for confidential help.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911. You may also obtain immediate 24/7 help from the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling 988.
