Exploring How Access and Support of Mental Health Resources Affects Student-Athletes' Mental Health
Date of Award
Fall 10-2024
Document Type
Non Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science in Coaching and Athletic Administration
Department
Kinesiology
First Advisor
Linh Castro
Abstract
Mental health has become an important aspect of athletics and the success of student-athletes. They have the responsibility to juggle their academics, social life, physical and mental health. Research has grown to prioritize the mental health of student-athletes and the resources they need to manage it. The aim of the proposed study is to assess the differences between the participants and the control group from the use of a suggested intervention. This intervention includes the Recovery-Stress Questionnaire (RESTQ) that evaluates the stress and recovery of each student-athlete. Along with the RESTQ, the student-athletes will be instructed to utilize the workshops and counseling sessions provided to them by mental health professionals. The findings may help prove the importance of access to and support of mental health resources for student-athletes. This, along with all other studies, may benefit athletics by allowing the appropriate addition of mental health resources and personnel within institutions.