This study book, Fostering the Mental Health of Athletes, Coaches, and Staff, presents a systematic approach to mental health initiatives within sports organizations. The book is aimed at sports professionals, such as sports psychologists, mental performance consultants, and coaches, and provides practical steps to create a healthy mental environment.
It includes coherent chapters with concrete tools for developing and implementing programs and services to promote mental health. The content covers, among other things:
- Formulating vision and strategy for mental health in sports organizations
- Assessing organizational readiness for mental health initiatives
- Engaging key stakeholders and assessing mental development
- Developing and implementing targeted programs and services
- Training coaches, staff, and administrators
- Promoting a team culture that supports mental health
- Drafting and implementing policies and procedures
- Aligning mental skills and life skills
- Evaluating and adjusting initiatives for improvement
Thanks to its unique focus on mental health within sports organizations and its practical approach, this book is essential for professionals working together on mental health initiatives in the sports sector.