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Kids in sports score many physical, mental and social benefits. Physical activity can prevent obesity, improve coordination, prevent depression and boost their academic performance.
Participating in sports can also bring on mental health challenges. Unlike cuts, bruises and other sports injuries, mental health issues aren’t easy to diagnose. Keep reading to learn how to identify mental health challenges in young athletes and support their overall well-being.
About one in six adolescents have a mental health condition. Common mental health risks for kids in sports include anxiety, depression and chronic stress. Some may be hesitant to talk about their mental health because of the stigma in sports. It’s okay to not be okay and asking for help is not a sign of weakness.
Breaking through mental health stigma
Your student-athlete has a lot of balls in the air, and so do you. You help them balance the pressure to perform well on the field, get good grades, eat healthy and maintain a social life.
Common signs of mental health challenges in student-athletes include:
Mental health challenges can happen to anyone, even professional athletes.
This season, take your rising star’s mental health as seriously as their physical health. Talk to your athlete about mental health before challenges emerge. Early intervention can prevent long-term mental health challenges and help them feel supported when they need it most.
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