February 15, 2025
Mental Health and Safety: A New Frontier in High School and College Sports
High School and College Sports Mental Health Safety Sports like football, basketball, and baseball build toughness, but they can also break spirits. A 2023 *Journal of Athletic Training* study found 35% of high school and college athletes report anxiety or depression symptoms, with 20% linking it to injury risk—stress slows reaction times by 10%, per…