If you think there is a possibility that you, your loved one, or someone you know is fallen a victim to this issue, please reach you and tell a professional or talk to a trusted adult. The earlier the issue is addressed, the easier the symptoms are to be treated. Furthermore, it is never too early to have a conversation about the topic of mental health and get the awareness of sports-related injury depression out!
Hotlines:
depression- 1-630-482-9696
teen line- 310-855-4673 or visit the website teenlineonline.org
crisis text line- 741-741
link to global suicide hotlines- http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html
Sports-related injury depression is a form of depression that is sparked by when an athlete acquires an injury. The injured will end up feelings thoughts of sadness, anger, and many show signs commonly diagnosed and associated with depression. The difference is that this form is commonly found in athletes and is suddenly triggered by the event of an injury.
Sport-related injury depression is commonly only found in athletes, primarily student-athletes. However, depression is an illness that could affect anybody. Depression does not discriminate due to economic status, race, sexuality, age, or morals.
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We speak with anyone interested in how to identify signs and looking to help those suffering from Sports Related Injury Depression. These include, athletes, parents, coaches, teammates, training staff, friends, family and professionals. The potential destructive nature can be serious, although it can be identified and treated. We believe everyone should be aware of this condition because if allowed to go untreated can result in serious complications.
Individuals who are working with, around or have youth athletes. These include, parents, coaches, training staff, athletes, teammates, team managers, siblings and anyone else who is interested in learning more about how to identify and help those suffering.
Our Advisors are not paid, they are volunteers. Their expertise helps guide the foundation in order to positively impact the greatest number of youth athletes. Their guidance allows the foundation to establish relationships with professionals that help guide youth athletes to a better understanding of what is happening and recovery.