mental health Archives

President’s Letter – September 2026 0
- ASA President's Letter
- September 1, 2026
Dear Readers: As summer begins to wind down, the construction industry is doing what it always does — staying busy, adapting to change and looking ahead to what comes next. For ASA, one of the biggest things on the horizon is SUBExcel, now just a few weeks away – September 29 – October 1 in
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The Impact of Technology on Wellbeing: A Mixed Bag 0
- Best Practices, HEALTH, Improving Productivity, Outlook & Trends, Safety, TECHNOLOGY
- February 24, 2026
By Cal Beyer Technology is increasingly intertwined with everyday activities in our personal and professional lives. As the role of technology continues to expand in contemporary society, its impact on humans continues to evolve as well. Technology is hard to avoid in homes and workplaces. This includes smartphones, tablets, laptops, smartwatches, televisions, and an ever-growing
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Building Resilience: From the Ring to the Worksite 0
- HEALTH, LIFESTYLE, Workforce & Professional Development
- November 25, 2025
By Chris “Mr. Classic” Romulo – Former Muay Thai Champion & Resilience Speaker I know what it feels like to take hits that shake your foundation.I’ve fought my way through the physical brutality of the Muay Thai ring — but some of the hardest blows came outside the ropes: rebuilding my gym after Hurricane Sandy
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Resilience by Design: Leadership Strategies for Mental Health Protection in Construction Teams 0

By Patrick Hogan, handle.com The construction industry is built on a foundation of resilience. It designs buildings to withstand hurricanes, foundations to resist seismic shifts, and materials to endure years of wear and tear. Engineering for strength and safety is paramount, with little left to chance. Teams arrive on job sites outfitted with the best

Overdose and Mental Health in Construction: A Call to Action for Leaders 0

By Nick Williams – R.I.S.E. LLC The construction industry builds the infrastructure that shapes our world, but beneath the surface, it faces an escalating crisis—substance use disorders and mental health struggles among its workforce. These issues threaten not just individual lives but also job site safety, productivity, and company stability. Leaders in the industry can

Before You Burn Out, Get Some Rest 0

By Matt Veradamo, Well Built Construction At 28 years old, I burned out. I was recently promoted to Vice President of Preconstruction & Sales at a specialty trade contractor in Baltimore, Maryland. We were doing over $30M in revenue at the time and well-regarded in the industry. We were growing. I had also just completed