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Mental Health & Mental Performance in Sports

Rising Suicide Amongst Youth & Collegiate Athletes anxiety bullying coaches depression encouragement isolation mental health pressure resources stress suicide support

The world of sports can be an incredibly demanding and stressful environment especially for young athletes who are constantly under pressure to perform both academically and athletically. Unfortunately, this pressure can sometimes take a toll on their mental health, leading to thoughts of...

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Unlocking Excellence: Mental Strength for Young Athletes coaches communication emotions excellence leadership life mental health mental strength mentors mindset nutrition over-training parents performance positive thinking relaxation resilience rest self-care sleep stress success

What does it take to be a champion? For the young athlete, mental strength and resilience are just as important as physical skills. This blog post explores how coaches, parents and mentors can help foster strong emotional foundations that will unlock excellence in both sports and life. Discover...

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Depression & Suicide Among Youth Athletes anxiety coaches communication competition depression emotions empathy feelings isolation judgement mental health pressure rejection resources safe spaces suicide vulnerability

Mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and suicide are becoming increasingly prevalent in young athletes. The intense competition and pressure they face in the sporting world can often be overwhelming, leaving them feeling isolated and vulnerable. It is therefore essential that these...

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