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.
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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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