AASP Blog for Athletes, Coaches, and Parents
Self-Care, Wellness, and Mental Health Strategies for College Student-Athletes
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Participation in college athletics can be a wonderful pursuit. Various disciplines of research highlight the psychosocial benefits of sport participation. Research has also shown that exercise and physical movement can improve mental functioning. However, sport participation can also be a significant source of stress for college student-athletes.
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Self-Awareness – An Internal Audit
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Introspection is a valued tool in the process of becoming aware of who you are and what you want to accomplish in your life. Learn more about leveraging self-awareness to become stronger mentally and emotionally as an athlete and person.
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Being Your Own Best Teammate: How Self-Compassion Can Promote and Improve Body Image and Eating Concerns In Men
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The pressure to achieve the "perfect" body is palpable, affecting individuals from all walks of life. Explore key findings and implications of research that emphasize how self-compassion is showing promise as a way to promote healthy body image and well-being.
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Sport Specialization and the Family: Examining the Effects Outside the Lines
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The landscape of youth sports has changed significantly in the last 20 years with the emergence of club sports and more athletes focused on developing elite-level skills rather than sport enjoyment.…
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There's an Imposter Among Us: How to Combat Imposter Syndrome
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Are you the real deal or an imposter? If you have ever wondered whether you were not good enough or a fraud in your field, you are not alone. Research suggests that upwards of 80% of people have…
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The Inner Critic: Competitiveness and Self-Criticism
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So, you want to be competitive? While the desire to improve is necessary for any sport and performance domain, harsh self-criticism post-performance is a common reality for many athletes that can hinder their long-term success and enjoyment.
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