Mental health problems are common in the United States, with 6.8% of the adult population and 12.8% of the adolescent population experiencing a major depressive episode in any given year. Although there are many documented benefits of sports participation, athletes are not immune to these mental health problems. Increased time demand, the pressure to perform, pain and injury can often place the athlete at risk for developing a mental health challenge or illness. The majority of athletic trainers (77%) report having experience with patients with mood disorders, however athletic trainers also report feeling underprepared to handle mental health situations. Additionally, while many athletic trainers report recognizing signs of mood disorders in their patients, signs of distress or impaired functioning are not always obvious and it is important for athletic trainers to be educated about warning signs and risk factors for depression, suicidal ideation, and nonsuicidal self-injury. This webinar will address these concerns and will provide strategies for approaching someone with your concerns, initiating a mental health referral, and educating the individual about proven self-help strategies.
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