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Ph.D. candidate leads race for athlete mental health support

At the age of 21, Ph.D. candidate Dr. Cali Werner was diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder. She began a form of cognitive behavioral therapy known as evidence-based care, and it transformed ... Read More

Pressure to Perform: How sports stress impacts teen mental health

The National Institute of Mental Health reports that about 20% of teenagers experience a mental health disorder each year. For young athletes, added pressure to perform on the field can intensify it. Read More

Familiar refrain after mass shooting: Fix the mental health care system | Opinion

Improving Michigan's mental health care system means more than adding hospital beds ― but that's important, too. Read More

OPINION: When it comes to mental health recovery, therapy is not the end of the road

The Red & Black publishes opinions from a number of contributors and staff columnists. Their opinions do not reflect the opinions of the editorial staff. The editorial staff is in no way involved with ... Read More

Mental health is the game within the game and winning demands action from everyone

Athletes face real mental health struggles, and fans, teams and media all play a role in making sports a space for empathy and care. Read More

Adam Peaty’s six-month mental health break: Why athletes are prioritizing well-being over medals

British swimmer Adam Peaty took a break for mental health, rediscovering joy in sports. He returned with a focus on enjoying competition, winning silver at the Paris Olympics. His journey emphasizes ... Read More