How Athletes Can Get Started With Therapy

.....The pressure you place on yourself, or experience from family, friends, fans, and your coach to be the best can take a toll on your mental health. It’s easy to get down on yourself when you feel like you’ve under-performed, or haven’t met your potential on the track or in the pool. Sometimes, the stress can be too much, leaving you feeling mentally drained, lost — sometimes the strain can lead to more serious mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. 

Although you might not be seeing the physical manifestations of your mental distress — as you would with a physical condition, an injury for example — doesn’t mean your mental health is fine. Though many athletes don’t like to admit weakness, asking for help when you’re struggling is actually a source of strength......

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Bethany`s Notes: USA Triathlon recommends why you might want to seek a mental health professional and how to get started. This is a good entry read to share with families and athletes so they know they are not alone.