At the same time, athletes are also discouraged from "taking it easy" or asking for help. In a study of college students, researchers found that collegiate athletes are less likely to seek treatment for their m
Data showed that the majority of student-athletes are aware of the resources provide by the athletics department. The impact of current health, social and political events on help-seeking behaviors, practical implications for sport psychologists and suggestions for future research will be discussed....
35% said they were uncomfortable asking for help. Students said that scheduled mental health days (42%), acknowledging students’ mental health needs (35%), wellness activities (32%), and life skills classes (30%) would help support their mental health in college. ...
Skadi Sport Psychology is a sport psychology practice founded by Dr. Erin Ayala, a sport psychologist based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We offer mental health therapy, performance coaching, workshops, and online courses for teen and adult athletes who
In a report by the American College Health Association, 45% of students felt so depressed within the last year it was difficult to function. One in five college students have a diagnosable mental illness, but more than three times that amount — 61% — experience symptoms. Campuses struggle...
Mental health resources for athletes, coaches, and men: National Alliance on Mental Illness National Institute of Mental Health NCAA The Moving On! Program Man Therapy The Baron Depression Screener for Athletes (used to determine whether athletes should be screened fu...
AthletesTogether is for athletes at all levels—college, high school, amateur, and professional—who want to prioritize their mental well-being. It is also beneficial for coaches, teams, and organizations looking to support their athletes' mental health. ...
support and mental health among Chinese college football athletes: a moderated mediation model Zongyu Liu1†, Xiuhan Zhao1†, Liangyu Zhao1 and Liguo Zhang1* Abstract Previous researches have confirmed that perceived social support has a profound effect on individuals' mental health. How...
Sleep, nutrition, and supplements: Implications for athletes Chapter 15. Managing travel and jetlag in athletes Chapter 16. Wearables and sleep tracking in athletics programs Chapter 17. Sleep and circadian health promotion programs for athletes Chapter 18. Resources and further reading Index...
The number of college athletes reporting mental health concerns has risen in recent years as young athletes now face more stress and responsibility than ever before. A recent NCAA survey showed that rates of mental exhaustion, anxiety and depression have remained twice as high as they were ...