....Student-athletes don’t ask
for the help they need. This is a documented phenomenon, researched by
public health professionals at the University of Michigan School of
Public Health. About 33 percent of college students struggle with their
mental health, and 30 percent will seek some kind of counseling or
treatment. There is no reason to suggest the number would be lower in
student-athletes, but only 10 percent seek help........Student-athletes, researchers have found, feel most comfortable asking for mental help in an environment within athletics, both because this does the best job of supporting their specific needs and because they may be recognized in general counseling offices. The fear of recognition adds a further deterrent to an already difficult behavior..... ...more
Bethany`s Notes: Coaches are the starting point for student athletes seeking help. If a coach is unavailable or dismisses mental health as being `weak` an athlete potentially fails to grow into their best self. How are you setting the tone for your team?
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