How Para athletes are reshaping sports, identity, and mental health — and how you can be part of it.
Type: Article
How Young Athletes Struggle for Identity Beyond Sports
Psychology Today, David Udelf Psy.D.
When their sports career ends, young people sometimes face real anguish.
How adaptive sports are transforming youth mental health
Madison Commons, Sadee Johnson
For many young people with disabilities, access to organized sports is little to none – but across the U.S., adaptive sports programs are beginning to change that.
Amber Glenn Opens Up About Mental Health, Milan-Cortina And Future Plans
Forbes, Caroline Price
The three-time U.S. Champion left the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics with a gold medal and a rollercoaster of memories in tow.
How NWSL players balance motherhood and professional soccer this Mother’s Day
CBS Sports, Sandra Herrera
As the NWSL celebrates Mother’s Day, players like Claire Emslie and Mallory Swanson are navigating the balance between returning to the pitch and embracing motherhood.
Improving Young Athletes With “Wise Feedback”
Psychology Today, David Udelf Psy.D.
How to deliver criticism and instruction to athletes that will be heard and used.
Naomi Osaka Puts Herself First
Oprah, Sofia Lodato
The tennis star reflects on mental health, motherhood, and making time for herself.
Survey reveals extent of pressure parents put on kids through sports
USA Today, Stephen Borelli
Support or pressure applied by parents can make or break a child’s experience in sports.
The Dangers of Winning at All Costs for Youth Athletes
Psychology Today, Tess M. Kilwein PhD, ABPP, CMPC
For youth, sport should build joy and growth before it becomes about outcomes.
4 Ways “Fitspiration” Can Backfire
Psychology Today, Christopher Bergland
Fitspo social media content often does more harm than good, study finds.
IT TAKES A TEAM: HOW TEAM USA ATHLETES ARE REDEFINING STRENGTH THROUGH MENTAL HEALTH
TEAM USA, LISA COSTANTINI
In the world of elite competition and professional athletes, the conversation is shifting — from medals and margins to something deeper, more human.
The Night Banana Ball Stood Still: Jackson Olson’s Battle With Panic Attacks
Sports Illustrated, Lauren Green
In the world of elite competition and professional athletes, the conversation is shifting — from medals and margins to something deeper, more human.
Optimizing Growth, Performance, and Wellness From Feedback
Psychology Today, David Udelf Psy.D.
The importance of being receptive to critique from coaches and other sources.
Your Child Is Already Gambling. You Just Haven’t Been Told Yet.
Gambling Harm, Kavita Fischer, MD
Many parents have questions about whether their child is gambling.
Why don’t some kids play sports? Maybe you should ask them
USA Today, Stephen Borelli
We can all better understand what our kids are going through with sports.
“Sometimes you just need to get away” – Wemby shares that chess provides him a much-needed mental reset during the NBA season
Yahoo Sports, Bruno Feliks
The greatest players are constantly seeking new challenges, which keeps them sharp and mentally strong when it matters most.