reviewSports MedicineFeb 20, 2016HYBRID OA

The Mental Health of Elite Athletes: A Narrative Systematic Review

Orygen Youth Health · University of Melbourne

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Abstract

Background

The physical impacts of elite sport participation have been well documented; however, there is comparatively less research on the mental health and psychological wellbeing of elite athletes.

Objective

This review appraises the evidence base regarding the mental health and wellbeing of elite-level athletes, including the incidence and/or nature of mental ill-health and substance use.

Citation impact

1,122
total citations
FWCI
82.02
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100%
References
111
Citations per year

Authors

6

Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Mental health
  • Critical appraisal
  • PsycINFO
  • Population
  • Systematic review
  • Anxiety
  • Athletes
  • Sports medicine
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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