Mental Health In Sports
Why Should We Talk About This?
“With young adults, especially college athletes, the statistics are startling: 33% of all college students experience significant symptoms of depression, anxiety or other mental health conditions. Among that group, 30% seek help. But of college athletes with mental health conditions, only 10% do. Among professional athletes, data shows that up to 35% of elite athletes suffer from a mental health crisis which may manifest as stress, eating disorders, burnout, or depression and anxiety.”
Signs of Mental Health Changes
Many athletes won’t actively seek mental health help when they need it. Instead, somebody — maybe a coach or parent — might notice that “something seems off” and encourage them to talk about it.
Signs that an athlete may need an assessment of their mental health include:
Please Watch Dr. Tony Kemmochi’s Video on Mental Health & Sports
Olympic State of Mind Series - Please Watch Them On Your Time (start with this one)
Please Work Through This NCAA Supporting Student-Athlete Mental Wellness
Please Look At These Resources
https://appliedsportpsych.org/blog/category/athletes