NCAA Puts Enhanced Focus on College Athletes` Mental Health

.....A recent survey reveals student athletes are most worried about academics and planning for their future and finances.

St. Petersburg College (SPC) freshman Olivia Delancy says the move will impact college athletes.

Delancy excels on the basketball court, leading the Titans in scoring.

“I love the rush of it, really,” said the 18-year-old, who practices up to six days a week.

But that rush she gets from the game can also cause her stress.
“Having a bad game, it’s at the top of the list, or a rough practice,” said Delancy. “This is my job and with this being my job, a bad game affects my mood because this is my job and I want to be good at my job.”
To help student athletes like Olivia be their best both physically and mentally, the NCAA is including the term "mental health" in its constitution, ensuring access to resources on mental health for the first time in its history.

“I feel like as athletes, we’re finally being heard,” said Delancy......

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Bethany`s Notes: Small steps forward from the NCAA as they put the words `mental health` in its constitution. Hearing lots of great work done at many campuses...let`s continue the efforts and support one another.