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The Mental Edge:
A blog for athletes and those who love them.
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
Navigating the Holiday Season with an Eating Disorder: Tips for Athletes and their Supporters
The holiday season is meant to be joy-filled but can be quite stressful and overwhelming for athletes who are recovering from eating disorders. Read on for tips to navigate the holiday season while prioritizing recovery.
Types of Eating Disorders that Athletes Experience
Athletes face many unique pressures in sport which puts them at risk for developing eating disorders. Many athletes struggle with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and orthorexia. Each of these eating disorders has serious psychological and medical implications regardless of how an athlete looks.