Mental Health

Thorpe Opens Up About Depression for Huff Post’s Young Minds Matter

The goal of Young Minds Matter is to create conversation around mental and emotional health with children so they feel loved, valued and understood…

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How To Handle Conversations When A Friend Opens Up About Mental Health

Research shows that those struggling with a mental health concern are more likely to come to peers and friends before seeking professional help.

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Truman State Swim & Dive Joins The Orange Bead Collective Movement

The swimming & diving team at Truman State University in Missouri has banded together to support mental health through a movement called the Orange Bead Collective.

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Taking Control Of Your Mental Health & Understanding Your Triggers

Reacting to our triggers is normal, but if we don’t recognize them and respond to them appropriately, they may actually cause a downward spiral, making us feel worse and worse.

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Student-Athlete Mental Health Awareness (Video)

Check out this video, submitted by Michigan swimming alum Emily Brunemann. Emily has been instrumental in SwimSwam’s ongoing series on mental health.

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Michigan’s Athletes Connected To Host Free Mental Health Webinar Wednesday

The University of Michigan’s “Athletes Connected” program is hosting a free webinar focused on mental health in student-athletes.

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Let Injuries Be A Test Of Our Character

Injuries come with our sport. That is a simple truth. Unfortunately, regardless of how well we take care of ourselves…

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