May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it is dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health issues. While the hockey season is almost over, that doesn’t mean that the NHL as a whole, including the Anaheim Ducks, haven’t taken big strides to support those who struggle with their mental health.
Surprisingly, there is a large percentage of hockey players that also struggle with their mental health. Unfortunately, mental health is no respecter of persons and depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and more can affect anyone.
There are many players who work behind the scenes to break the stigma, but there are also several players who have been outspoken about mental health.