AthletesAug 26, 2026
Expert details hidden psychological risks for injured athletes
While an injury can take an athlete out of competition or practice, a West Virginia University researcher says the effects can go ...
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AthletesJun 30, 2026
Building the foundations: organisational leadership for athlete mental health
The WHO defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or ...
AthletesApr 22, 2026
Sports need better game‑day mental health protocols to protect athletes – here’s how
Last Thursday night at the MCG, fans witnessed a gripping game of AFL football between Carlton and Collingwood. But it was ...
AthletesApr 2, 2026
High school athletes face unseen mental health struggles | Student project
High school student athletes are seen as strong, disciplined and mentally tough. But behind the scenes, many are dealing with ...
AthletesMar 17, 2026
Penguins Foundation and UPMC Western Behavioral Health to Host 3rd Annual Mental Health and Student-Athletes Symposium on April 15
On April 15, 2026, the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation in collaboration with UPMC Western Behavioral Health, UPMC Sports Medicine, and the Citrone Thirty-Three Foundation, will host its 3rd Annual ...
AthletesJan 22, 2026
Yuva Kshamata Sports Conclave: BCCI Psychologist Mugdha Bavare Highlights Mental Health Challenges Faced By Elite Athletes
Mumbai: Sports psychology is a critical part of a sportsperson's growth and crucial when it comes to the athlete's ability to ...
AthletesDec 13, 2025
Maltese athletes don’t prioritise their mental game enough, says sports psychologist practitioner
Sports psychologist practitioner Rachel Mamo said that while Malta has a lot of talent and potential in its sporting world, the ...
AthletesDec 9, 2025
Why Mental Health Activations in Professional Sports Matter
The Arizona Cardinals celebrated a milestone victory on Sunday, December 7th, not on the field but outside the stadium.
AthletesFeb 21, 2025
Accuracy of the Athlete Psychological Strain Questionnaire (APSQ) compared to common screening tools for mental health disorders
Objective The Athlete Psychological Strain Questionnaire (APSQ) is a 10-item mental health screen in the International Olympic ...
AthletesAug 27, 2024
Trauma and PTSD Among Elite Athletes
Between 13 and 25 percent of athletes experience posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related disorders, a rate ...
AthletesJun 21, 2021
Mental Health Issues Urgent in Youth Athletes
Naomi Osaka’s recent statement about her reasons for exiting the French Open has thankfully prompted a more open discussion ...