All athletes are familiar with injuries. You can sprain an ankle, break an arm or tear a ligament. You’re out for a few games or a season, rehabbing and taking care of your body. But what happens when that injury is invisible? How do you deal with it when the pain is within, unseen by fans, coaches or even teammates?
In the world of sports, a stigma has long surrounded mental health and athletes. Collegiate and professional athletes are expected to be calm under pressure, stoic in emotion and perform at the highest level week after week. However, no one is immune to the effects of poor mental health.