Out to squash stigma, Clemson invests in athletes` mental health

....As a university, Clemson has made it its mission to equip its students with the best possible resources when it comes to mental health and squashing the all-too-dangerous stigma of asking for help. That applies to the athletic department and its student athletes, too, which is why by the end of the month, Swinney and his entire staff will have a greater understanding of steps to take if potential red flags arise within their program.

"Tigers Together" is a initiative on campus that is training university staff members and professors specifically about suicide warning signs and prevention.....

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Bethany`s Notes: More and more institutions are putting a focus on the mental health of student athletes. Glad to see Clemson taking a huge step here. All coaches in their athletic department will be required to attend a meeting to help coaches better understand how to have conversations and how to refer a student for additional help.