How Mental Health Impacts Athletic Performance: The Crucial Connection
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By Adelle King
April 27, 2023
As the world of sports continues to evolve, the importance of mental health in athletic performance has become increasingly apparent. This article delves into the various ways mental health impacts athletic performance, supported by recent news and research developments in the field.
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The Yampa Valley Wellness Conference: Reconnecting and Addressing Mental Health
One of the key events addressing mental health in the world of sports is the Yampa Valley Wellness Conference, scheduled for April 27, 2023. The conference will explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on behavioral health, focusing on separation and loneliness experienced by individuals and communities. With a diverse lineup of speakers, including professors, psychologists, and pastors, the conference aims to strengthen community connections and address mental health as a key healthcare issue in the Yampa Valley.
Badger Inquiry on Sport: Bridging Academics and Athletics
At the University of Wisconsin, the Badger Inquiry on Sport (BIOS) initiative aims to connect researchers across various fields with the UW Athletics Department. This interdisciplinary approach allows for a wealth of data to be collected and analyzed, ultimately leading to a better-informed athletic department. Researchers in kinesiology, sports psychology, and other scientific fields collaborate with UW Athletics to improve the physical and mental health of all involved in the sports community.
Professor Tracey Covassin: Advancing Research on Mental Health in Athletics
Recently, Professor Tracey Covassin was named the Gwendolyn Norrell Professor in Youth Sport at Michigan State University. As a certified and licensed athletic trainer and director of MSU’s Master of Science in Athletic Training program, Covassin’s research focuses on improving the well-being and standard of care for youth and collegiate student-athletes with injuries or mental health issues. The professorship comes with funding for research to further the field and enhance three study areas in collaboration with MSU’s Intercollegiate Athletic Department.
Exploring the Connection Between Sleep, Mental Health, and Athletic Performance
One of the studies supported by Covassin’s professorship funding aims to determine sensitive, anxiousness, and sleep patterns in collegiate student-athletes during various times of the year. The study will identify correlations between sleep and mental health in relation to academic and athletic performance. Additionally, the funding will support resources for MSU athletes who take questionnaires pertaining to seasonal affective disorder, suicide ideation, and depression. Covassin will continue partnerships with MSU to improve the well-being of student-athletes and coordinate with MSU Health Team and MSU Counseling and Psychiatric Services to focus on physical and mental health supports.
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