#mentalhealthawarenessmonth 10 Talks CONVERSAT10N – Substance Abuse in Athletes
Join Carlette Patterson, Head Sports Life Coach® & CEO of Patterson Sports Ventures® and Mark R. Allen, MD, Peak Sports Psychiatry to hear about recognizing substance abuse in yourself or others, what causes addiction in athletes and how to treat it.
Wellbeing:
- Substance abuse and addictive personality become a daily ritual and routine. Athletes can benefit from redirecting their energy after sport towards their ‘what’s next’.
INFORMAT10N: - Athletes often develop an addiction as a coping mechanism during times of transition or retirement.
- Substance abuse will most likely have a detrimental effect on an athlete’s career and overall well being.
NAVIGAT10N Through Change:- Addressing substance abuse always starts with education and clear messaging to athletes that helps struggling athletes get to the root of their problem rather than starting by using drastically punitive action.
Call this national helpline for confidential free help, from public health agencies, to find substance use treatment and information (800) 662- 4357 or visit https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline for more.
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