Fredrickson: Eustachy investigation reminds us student-athletes need mental support


Fredrickson: Eustachy investigation reminds us student-athletes need mental support


....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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