Resources
Notable Mental Health Statistics
1 in 5
Adults in the United States are either currently experiencing or will experience a mental illness in their lifetime
40%
Of teenagers surveyed in a study conducted by the CDC expressed that they felt persistently sad or hopeless
47%
Of student-athletes surveyed by the NCAA feel comfortable seeking support from a mental health provider on campus
10%
Of all college athletes with known mental health conditions seek care from a mental health professional
33%
Of all college students experience symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other mental health related conditions
24,000
Suicides attempts occur on college campuses cumulatively each year, with 1,100 students not surviving
Athlete Testimonials
Episode 1: Sam Hojnar
Mental Health Management Resources by Athletes for Hope
Athletes for Hope is a non-profit organization that works to educate athletes about philanthropy, connect them with charitable causes, recognize these efforts and inspire others to get involved in the community. Check out some of these mental health resources if you are interested in learning more about how to address and overcome mental health struggles.
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AFH created the Therapy 101 Resource Guide in collaboration with ES Therapy to highlight the accessibility and availability of current mental health resources for athletes of all levels
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AFH offers free suicide prevention training through the QPR Institute. If you are a current athlete, retired athlete or coach, please sign up here
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AFH created the Athlete Mental Health Resource Guide to help athletes of all levels support their teammates and pay attention to when others may be struggling. Access the guide here
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Click here to read about athletes that have opened up about their mental health and what has worked for them to overcome their struggles
Mental Health Hotlines
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) hotline
1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
M-F 10am-8pm Eastern