Difficult to believe, isn’t it? How can someone so tough, someone who seems to have it all, someone whose success the world envies, suffer from mental health issues? Athletes have faced mental health issues for a long time, but they were overlooked until a few years back. In the last few years, we have witnessed lots of sports persons speak about their mental health issues. A global conversation has started about the Mental Health of sportspersons, and rightly so. Let us understand why.
ATHLETE AND MENTAL HEALTH
What is Mental Health in the Athlete context? The World Health Organization states that “mental health is an integral and essential component of health”. Mental Health isn’t a mere absence of disease or infirmity. “It is a state of well-being wherein an individual is aware of his/her abilities, wherein individuals can cope with life’s normal stresses and work productively and also be able to contribute to their community”
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India's fabulous fifth
India secured their fifth Asian Champions Trophy Hockey title with a 1-0 win over China, extending their record in the prestigious tournament. Jugraj Singh's crucial goal brought home the victory, while captain Harmanpreet Singh led the team to their sixth overall title, capping off a dominant campaign.
WINNING TOGETHER
Dr Deepa Malik, former president of the Paralympic Committee of India and a silver medall at the Paralympic Games underscores the pivotal role of collective efforts, meticulous plannin talent discovery, and international exposure in India's remarkable performance at the Pa Paralympics.
KAPIL'S BRONZE BLITZ
Triumph Amidst The Roar
MAKING OF A CHAMPION
Becoming an Olympic gold medallist is no easy feat. For coaches, the process is a long and arduous journey that demands immense dedication, perseverance, and skill.
ATHLETE AND MENTAL HEALTH
‘The Weight of Gold’ is a documentary that depicts the mental health struggles of athletes competing at the highest level of sports.
'ATHLETES ARE NOT PREPARED FOR LIFE BEYOND SPORTS CAREER'
Dr Deb Agnew is an associate professor in the College of Education, Psychology, and Social Work at Flinders University in Adelaide, Australia. She teaches sociology of sports in the Bachelor of Sports and Active Recreation programme.
PARIS TRANSFORMS INTO A CITY FOR ALL
Paris is enhancing accessibility with 17 new Enhanced Accessibility Neighbourhoods, upgraded transport infrastructure, and 1,000 accessible taxis. These measures are part of a broader effort to improve mobility and ensure key services are easily reachable for everyone
Sarvesh leaps into Olympic history
Sarvesh Kushare, a high jumper from Maharashtra, made history as the first Indian to qualify for the Olympic Games in his event. Though he didn’t reach the finals, his experience in Paris has sparked hopes for future victories in upcoming Asian and World Championships.
PARIS CULTURAL OLYMPIAD
The Cultural Olympiad is a multidisciplinary artistic and cultural programme that runs before and during the Games, concluding on 8 September 2024.
