Understanding
Mental Health
Mental Health
True or False: Teen athletes are less likely to experience depression compared to non-athletic teenagers.
What is false?
If a teammate is frequently isolating themselves, showing changes in sleep patterns, or experiencing a decline in performance, they may be struggling with this.
What are signs of mental distress?
True or false: People who go to therapy are weak.
What is false?
True or False: Mental health issues are less common among athletes than in the general population due to their physical activity levels.
What is FALSE?
Athletes may experience mental health issues at rates similar to or greater than the general population due to pressures and stress specific to their roles.
Often recommended for stress relief and to enhance focus in athletes, this 10-15 minute activity involves maintaining an intentional awareness of your present moment without judgment.
What is Mindfulness Meditation?
This term describes a state of emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
What is mental health?
This term describes a person's ability to handle adversity, bounce back from setbacks, and adapt to change.
What is resilience?
Discussing your feelings and concerns with teammates, friends, or family members can help foster this essential aspect of mental health.
What is open communication?
This term refers to the negative stereotypes and biases that can surround mental health, making it difficult for some athletes to seek help.
What is stigma?
This type of therapy is often used to treat depression and involves talking to a trained mental health professional.
What is psychotherapy or talk therapy?
inability to believe that one's success is deserved or has been legitimately achieved as a result of one's own efforts or skills.
What is experiencing imposter syndrome?
Taking time to relax, clear your mind, and focus on the present moment is known as practicing this technique.
What is mindfulness?
Increasing awareness about mental health can help reduce stigma and create a more accepting environment, often referred to as this.
What is a supportive culture?
Prioritizing self-care and mental health is an essential part of maintaining a healthy balance between sports and this other aspect of life.
What is personal well-being?
What is the importance of recognizing and addressing depression in teen athletes?
What is preventing long-term emotional and physical health issues, as well as improving overall well-being?
Anxiety, stress, and fear can sometimes escalate into this physical and psychological response, often referred to as the "fight or flight" reaction.
What is a panic attack?
Engaging in physical activities or exercises to reduce stress and improve mood is an example of this type of coping mechanism.
What is physical self-care?
Confidential resources within a school or sports organization, like hotlines or crisis intervention, can offer this kind of support.
What is emotional support
Name one common symptom of depression in teen athletes.
What is loss of interest in sports or activities they used to enjoy?
Often symbolized by a half-full glass, this type of outlook is recommended for athletes to improve performance and resilience, influencing both their mental health and their ability to recover from setbacks.
What is a Positive Mindset?
What is the term for a medical condition characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, and feelings of hopelessness and despair?
What is depression?
What's something you do in art class that you can do other times that will make you feel better?
drawing, painting and journaling
If you or a teammate are struggling with mental health, it's important to reach out to these individuals, who are trained to provide guidance and support.
Who are school counselors or mental health professionals?
This factor, often related to the pressure of sports performance, can contribute to the development of depression in teen athletes.
What is academic stress or social pressure?
This form of inner dialogue can enhance confidence and performance in athletes by replacing doubts and negative thoughts with affirmations and constructive feedback.
What is positive self-talk?