While athletes are applauded for doing the impossible physically, there has been increasing awareness that athlete mental health has been greatly neglected. What would sports look like if mental health were as prioritized as physical health? There are burgeoning efforts to incorporate mental health into sports culture; however, these will require a wide range of inclusive perspectives and frameworks to adequately address a diverse community of athletes. This panel brings together both academic experts and successful athletes to provide perspective, voice, and insight into how we can promote and support athletes’ mental health.

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