Watch the video and look for signs that Ashleigh may need help.

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Recognize the problem

Anna does not have to make a diagnosis but she can Extend her knowledge and learn about mental health issues.

Some signs of substance abuse include:

• Engaging in secretive or suspicious behaviors
• Sudden mood swings, irritability, or angry outbursts
• Drop in attendance and performance
• Drowsiness, sometimes to the point of nodding off
  • Deterioration of physical appearance or personal grooming habits

NEXT: Facilitate a conversation

Anna: Back in the training room again. How's your shoulder?
Ashleigh: It's doing okay. I am still in here every day for rehab, though.
Anna: Every day? Are you going to be able to swim this weekend?
Ashleigh: Yeah, I think I should be able to swim. It hasn't gotten any better, but it hasn't gotten worse either. As long as I can take the pain, I am going to swim.
Anna: How bad is the pain?
Ashleigh: It's really bad sometimes but I've gotten used to it.
Anna: You make it sound okay, I don't think I could ever deal with that much pain.
Ashleigh: Yeah, the Oxycontin helps, but I would never want you to have to deal with an injury like this.
Anna: Thanks, me too. I hope you get better this weekend. We really need you at the meet!
Ashleigh: Yeah, I hope I can too. I'll be ready.
Anna: Great, you're so tough.

Anna and Ashleigh - Transcript