@MentalHealthAm A6. Inviting a therapist to talk to their team is a great start. Many times just allowing one of us to come and talk about these issues significantly reduces the stigma associated with getting support. #b4stage4chat#NFLTotalWellness
@MentalHealthAm A7: Continuing to talk about mental wellness being a part of TOTAL wellness and not just when something is wrong. We can also support by teaching skills and strategies to manage daily stressors, adding to the athlete's personal toolkit. #b4stage4chat#NFLTotalWellness
@MentalHealthAm Supporting an athlete developing an identity outside of their sport. This allows the athlete to be able to see themselves as more than their sport. #b4stage4chat#NFLTotalWellness
@MentalHealthAm Athletes sometimes have to be reminded that physical health and mental health are linked. Stronger mind contributes to stronger performances. #b4stage4chat#NFLTotalWellness
@MentalHealthAm Having local resources posted prominently so athletes and coaches can be aware of what is in the area. Also, athletes and coaches can discreetly take a pic or jot down contact info. #b4stage4chat#NFLTotalWellness
@MentalHealthAm A3: Help seeking for a non-physical injury can be perceived as a negative. Athletes have been conditioned to tend to the physical and seek mental support if it's performance related. #b4stage4chat#NFLTotalWellness