Societal stigma of mental illness grows among athlete


Societal stigma of mental illness grows among athlete


....Growing up and playing multiple sports, there was always that pressure to meet expectations and compete. You were always told that there was somebody better than you, somebody working harder than you, somebody who was coming for your position. As a kid that pressure can be a lot, and it only increases, as the sport gets more intense and serious....
....But the truth is, many do struggle and the stigma that plays out in society also reaches the athletic world. It’s different than an easily recognizable injury; admitting your struggling is thought of as admitting weakness, you are no longer a strong athlete than can handle anything....
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Bethany`s Notes: A great general opinion article about how the world of sports has been affected by mental health and how those at the top level have shared their story to help others. I believe continued stories like this will allow others to open up and get help when needed. Being strong is being honest when you need help.

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