Recent research shows that emotional abuse is one of the most common forms of harm experienced by college athletes, yet it remains largely unaddressed in formal policies. While athletic organizations have established systems to handle physical and sexual misconduct, emotional maltreatment (i.e. verbal degradation, manipulation, and controlling behavior) usually goes unrecognized and unregulated. An article […]
When we talk about health in sports, the focus is usually physical: strength, endurance, nutrition, recovery. Mental health often comes up later, if at all. However, recent reporting highlights how much that gap still matters for student-athletes, especially at the collegiate level. Many athletic programs continue to fall short when it comes to mental health […]
https://www.mcleanhospital.org/essential/athlete-mhhttps://www.mcleanhospital.org/essential/athlete-mh Long article on mental health and how to deal with challenges in sports. Key takeaways for me would be the identity shift after sports. Something I found tough to adjust to, these steps are helpful for any athlete making that transition.
As an athlete finding ways or even time to do with mental health let alone physical is challenging. Here’s a list of NFL guys who share their experiences dealing with mental health and how they overcome those challenges.
Good Morning America co-anchor Michael Strahan talked with a group of Black athletes about their experiences and struggles with mental health in the realm of professional competitive sports.
The NCAA recruiting process is a crucial phase in the lives of aspiring college athletes.
