Member Resource Library

NATA Now article that gives a list of digital apps that can be utilized to help create self-awareness and coping skills for mental health, specifically within the LGBTQ+ community.

This NATA Now article outlines the minority stress theory. The theory suggests that sexual minorities, underrepresented gender identities as well as queer and other sexual identities (LGBTQ+) commonly experience distinct and chronic stressors related to their sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

NATA Now article that looks at a visiting student from Taiwan and the experience of their continuing education to become an AT.

May 2021 NATA News article (pdf) that reviews what athletic trainers need to know about the impact of race, ethnicity and culture on mental wellness in the patient population and what they can do to support patients.

Journal of Athletic Training article written to identify the causes, effects, and prevalence of burnout in athletic trainers identified in the literature.

NATA Now article that covers the tireless response to the COVID-19 crisis by members across the globe.

ATs Care acknowledges the large-scale cancellations and postponements of meetings and gatherings affects all aspects of our lives. Our daily routines are affected by the fluidly changing situation surrounding the coronavirus.

NATA Now article on athletic training considerations for transgender high school athletes.

Public safety is an emerging setting athletic trainers are finding themselves in. Two athletic trainers share what it is like to care for firefighters.

LGBTQ+Advisory Committee provides insight to help athletic trainers better care for their patients.

Tips for the athlete/athletic trainer deciding to come out, as well as resources for allies.

Journal of Athletic Training article reviewing the unique contexts in which athletic trainers work requires specific tools in order to understand their attitudes toward diverse patient populations, including sexual and gender minorities.

March 2018 NATA News (pdf) article on the importance of using compassionate, respectful language as a health care provider.

ATs work closely with patients from all walks of life, so it's imperative to have a thorough understanding of how patient values such as gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, religion, etc. can affect the delivery of appropriate health care.

October 2017 NATA News article that discusses studying the impact of race, religion, gender and socioeconomic status on health disparities.