More and more people suffer from mental health issues these days because there is so much to worry about in the world. Whether its finances, family issues, or problems at work, there’s plenty to be stressed about. Many people are seeking help from drug and alcohol treatment centers due to the rise of addiction in…
In this week’s episode of the Sports Medicine Weekly Podcast, Dr. Brian Cole is joined by a special guest, Natalie Graves. Natalie Graves is an expert in mental health, and specifically helps athletes maximize their success on and off the field. Generally, athletes’ overall mental wellness, performance in sports, and other areas of life have…
Your mental well-being is vital because it affects every other part of your life. If you don’t treat it equally as your physical health, you’ll feel exhausted, stressed, and unhappy. You want to feel great not only now, but also in the long run. That’s why it’s essential to keep exercising even after you’ve recovered from…
Do you or someone you know constantly experience episodes of mood problems at certain times of the year, such as late fall or winter? If so, you could be a victim of an infamous type of depression called seasonal depression, which is said to affect roughly 0.5 to 3 percent of the general population. And…
Generally, athletes’ overall mental wellness, performance in sports, and other areas of life have a direct relationship. However, various reports indicate that almost 35 percent of athletes suffer from one form of mental health crisis during their lives. Unfortunately, some of these cases often go unnoticed. Mental health practitioners offer treatment programs that help individuals…
Golf is a fantastic sport. Even if you haven’t tried it before, you probably have seen how enthusiastic golf players are whenever they play the game. However, the path toward learning how to play golf can surpass your expectations. Though enjoyable, golf isn’t easy to play. Therefore, it’s crucial to have an expert to guide…
Did you know that the foods you consume can impact your mood? According to Webster’s dictionary, mood is a “temporary state of mind or feeling.” Many times, we attribute our moods to current circumstances. Maybe your boss didn’t like your proposal at work, or you got into a disagreement with your partner. But has it…
Each year, there are an estimated 1.7 to 3.8 million traumatic brain injuries in the United States, and more than 20 percent arise due to sports and recreational activities. More than 300,000 head injuries result from football, with ice hockey, lacrosse, rugby, and soccer, also seeing a high incidence of concussion. In fact, the Center…
The benefits of exercise are well-documented and undisputed. There’s no doubt that physical activity can positively impact health and decrease the likelihood of developing many chronic conditions like osteoporosis, obesity, and heart disease. However, along with the benefits of exercise for your body, scientific research supports the link between physical activity and mental health. Research shows that exercise treats mental…
Exercise has been an often-neglected source of intervention in the treatment of mental healthcare, in spite of this lifestyle modification having proved cost-effective in improving health and quality of life of individuals suffering from serious mental ailments. Most people are not aware that their minds and bodies are interlinked. All the actions of the body…
Regardless of what you want to achieve in life—whether it’s better strength and endurance, living a healthier lifestyle, or keeping fit—there are two key abilities that you need to foster. The first is the ability to bounce back from challenges. The second is to keep working towards your goals, even when the road gets tough….
Athletes need more than just physical prowess to become true champions. Willpower and fortitude are just as critical to performance as muscles and agility are, and the only way to maintain peak fitness is to train the mind as much as the body. The best wellness trends to follow this year all point to this…