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The Mental Edge:
A blog for athletes and those who love them.

 
Kate Bennett Kate Bennett

Recognizing When Medications Might Help: Know When to Consider Working with a Sports Psychiatrist

When athletes face mental health challenges, they may or may not need medication support. However, when medications are warranted, working with a sports psychiatrist can be life-giving. So often, we stigmatize medication as a sign of weakness; however, making the choice to take meds and reclaiming one’s mental health is about empowering oneself to get back to enjoying life and thriving in sport

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Kate Bennett Kate Bennett

The Mental Edge: Encouraging Athletes to Seek Support

Athletes face immense pressure to perform at their peak athletic ability and maintain mental resilience. By increasing awareness and fostering a supportive sports culture, we can collectively de-stigmatize mental health concerns encourage help-seeking behaviors among athletes.

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Kate Bennett Kate Bennett

Breaking Down the Barriers: How Athlete Insight Helps Athletes Overcome Obstacles to Seeking Mental Health

Sports culture asserts that athletes must showcase physical strength while maintaining mental toughness. The intense balance of giving 110% to sport demands often results in athletes experiencing mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, eating disorders, or even burnout. Unfortunately, many barriers stand in the way of athletes seeking help when they need it most.

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