NCAA Health and Safety

Committee on Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects of Sports Committee Website The mission of the CSMAS is to provide expertise and leadership to the Association in order to promote a healthy and safe environment for student-athletes through research, education, collaboration and policy development.

 Mental Health In Athletics

Managing Student Athletes' Mental Health Issues 
 Handbook and Quick Reference Guide  

 Presentation for Facilitators 
          PDF  - 300KB - 15 sec - play by selecting view full screen  
          Download ZIP PowerPoint - 6 min
Facilitator Notes  (PDF 300KB - 15 sec)

A Personal Look at Depression in Athletics 
 Nathan's Story - Video

NCAA News Article
 Suicide risk is real for student-athletes
 Student-athletes also face dangers from depression
 Psychology of sport more than performance enhancement
 Forum places psychological focus on mental-health issues

Resources
 Mental Health Screening
 Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Institute
 Jed Foundation ULifeline