International Society for Sports Psychiatry:
The foremost experts in sports psychiatry. Our networks expand across the globe.
Who Are We?
Founded in 1994, the ISSP has contributed to significant advancements in the science and practice of sports psychiatry for athletes of every age, race, and ability. Leaders of the ISSP have developed and continue to refine world-class courses and curricula for mental health in sports, author seminal papers/books, provide mentorship for developing sports psychiatrists, and continue to lead global coalitions in sports psychiatry. The ISSP collaborates with several national and international organizations to advance the field of sports psychiatry. A list of approved collaborating organizations can be obtained by contacting the President or their designee. Any endorsements or public statements representing the ISSP will be explicitly stated by the ISSP Board of Directors.
Global Experts in Sports Psychiatry
Founders in Sports Psychiatry
On-the-Field Experience & Research Experts
Educators, Mentors, and Students
Mission
The International Society for Sports Psychiatry aims to carry the science and practice of psychiatry to the athletic community, so that all people may enjoy the benefits of healthy participation in sports. Toward this end the society develops the field of sports psychiatry and advocates for mental health and wellness in sports.
Our Core Values
Provide psychiatric care for athletes and de-stigmatize mental illness in sports
Educate and collaborate with clinicians across disciplines on sports psychiatry
Advocate for mental health in sports through the lifespan
Promote fairness in sports
Integrate and communicate with other fields of medicine
Promote inclusion and cultural awareness within sports psychiatry and help reduce health disparities within all sports
Our Programs
Putting Our Mission to Action
ISSP is an active organization fueled by passionate professionals from across the globe. Together, we are working to achieve our mission through our programs. Here is a glimpse at some of them.
Mentorship Program
The ISSP has now established a mentoring program available to our active members, through which psychiatrists or trainees with specific interests in sports psychiatry can be connected with mentors.
Certificate Program
Deepen your expertise in athlete mental health: earn the ISSP Certificate of Additional Training in Sports Psychiatry.
ISSP Curriculum
ISSP News
Ironman Issues a Transgender Policy for Athletes
Wednesday, May 30, 2018 11:40 AMClaire Twark (Administrator) You can read Ironman's policy for...
College Athletes Are Only Starting to Get Access to the Mental Health Care They Need
Thursday, September 24, 2020 2:47 PMCompelling stories and worth the read. See more here.
Sport and Exercise Special Interest Group (SESIG)
Thursday, September 24, 2020 2:47 PMHave you heard of the Sport and Exercise Special Interest Group (SESIG), a group within the Royal College of Psychiatrists? SESIG is chaired by Dr. Alan Currie and focuses on where the worlds of sport, exercise, and physical...