Voices & Perspectives

Stories & Conversations

A Collection of Voices

Interviews, Videos & Recorded Conversations

Supporting the Mental Health of Student Athletes

McLean Hospital videos with expert insights and audience Q&A about student-athlete pressures and resilience.

Student Athlete Mental Health: Building Resilience & Support

Another McLean Hospital recorded session on resilience and support strategies

#SportsMentalHealthMonday recordings & panels

Mental health conversations and coach & athlete panel recordings from Virginia Sports Hall of Fame series.

Articles, Personal Stories & Q&A Resources

Student Athlete Mental Health Resources (articles, podcasts, organizations)

A comprehensive collection including podcasts, books, and research on student-athlete mental health

Talking With Your Student Athlete About Mental Health

Practical article with conversation tips for parents/coaches and discussion topics.

Student Athlete Mental Health Tips

Wellness and support tips from Johns Hopkins Medicine.

Athletes Connected Stories & Articles

Original stories and awareness material about student-athlete mental well-being (University of Michigan program).

Support Toolkits & Programs

Athlete Minds Matter mental wellness toolkit

Interactive toolkit, peer stories, and activities designed for student-athlete mental wellness.

APA Foundation free resources

Downloadable coach/parent support handouts focused on confidence, noticing signs, and athlete support.

Student Athlete Mental Health Week / Hilinski’s Hope

Campaign materials and toolkit to support community awareness and action.

Research, Stats, and Broader Context

NCAA student-athlete mental health overview & resources

Official NCAA mental health education tools, reporting support, and hotline info.

NCAA survey on mental health trends

News on recent trends and ongoing challenges among student athletes.

Mental health advocacy interview example (Riley McCusker)

Story of a student athlete advocating for mental health awareness in sports.

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Mental health matters most when we talk about it openly. If something you read resonated with you, you’re not alone — and there’s more to explore, learn, and share.