Episode Synopsis "Episode 3: Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Final Thoughts"
In this episode, Sam talks about depression disorders and anxiety disorders in the athlete population, as well as her own experience with the two types of disorders. This episode also talks about different suggestions for athletes who are dealing with mental health issues and the stigma pertaining to mental illness and athletes. To wrap things up, Sam talks about redefining what it means to be a "tough guy" in sport. Resources for Listeners: National Alliance on Mental Illness Resource List: https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/NAMI-HelpLine/Top-HelpLine-Resources American Psychological Association – Psychologist Locator: https://locator.apa.org/ Canadian Psychological Association – Psychologist Locator: https://cpa.ca/public/findingapsychologist/ Finding a Certified Mental Performance Consultant: https://appliedsportpsych.org/certification/cmpc-directory/ 45 Mental Health Resources for Athletes, Coaches and Trainers at All Levels: https://www.onlinemswprograms.com/resources/mental-health-resources-for-athletes/