A distinguished panel of experts examines crucial aspects of college athlete mental health and answers the following critical questions:
•At what juncture do the pressures faced by college athletes escalate to the point of contemplating suicide?
•Are there specific roles within athletic departments that are uniquely suited to identify and address adverse reactions to physical injury, academic demands, and other challenges?
•What guidance can mental health professionals offer regarding the most effective interventions for supporting college athletes’ mental well-being?
•What systemic barriers prevent athletes from accessing mental health support?
•Do athletes of color at predominantly white institutions face unique challenges?
•How has the NIL era, transfer portal, and increased agent involvement impacted athlete stress?
•What are the distinctions between sports psychologists and licensed clinical social workers, and how important are they for athletes to understand?
•How can athletes improve stress management and balance academics, athletics, and identity?