Help Build a Future of Better Mental Health Wellness in Sports
Your support of the International Society for Sports Psychiatry Shapes the Next Generation of Sports Psychiatrists
Become an ISSP Partner
The Internationals Society for Sports Psychiatry (ISSP) is dedicated to mental health wellness in all levels of sport. ISSP believes in promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of sport not only for athletes, but that sport creates wellness, fun and enjoyment at any age.
ISSP membership has active members across the world that use their expertise to not only promote wellness through sport but grow the field of sports psychiatry. Your support will enable us to continue our work of advocating for mental health in sports, promote fairness in sports, de-stigmatize mental illness in sports and educate physicians, among others.
Your donation can support:
- Youth Athlete initiatives such as education and assessment of burnout
- Education
- Mentorship
- Train Sports Psychiatrist
- Raise Awareness and Enhance the Wellness of Athletic Communities.
Giving Levels
Bronze
- Listed in Annual Report
- Name listed on website
Silver
- Listed in Annual Report
- Name listed on website
- Name listed in ISSP Newsletter
Gold
- Listed in Annual Report
- Name listed on website
- Name listed in ISSP Newsletter
- Thank you social media post
Platinum
- Listed in Annual Report
- Name listed on website
- Name listed in ISSP Newsletter
- Thank you social media post
- Recognition during annual meeting
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Want to partner with ISSP to improve mental health in sport? ISSP has exciting opportunities for companies to join us in our work to promote fairness, advocate for mental health in sports and de-stigmatize mental illness in sports. Please contact the ISSP executive office or email for further information.
Your Impact in Action
A Global Reach
ISSP has active members across the globe. This allows the latest research in the field to reach athletes near and far.
Support Across Career Levels
Supporting Future Sport Psychiatrists
Partnerships and donations fund programs that directly support those seeking to enter our field through:
- Certitication Scholarships
- Travel Awards to APA
Investment in the Science Behind Mental Wellness
The ISSP membership is comprised of practicing sports psychiatrist as well as leadering researchers in the field. Our orgnaization connects those who work directly with athletes to scientists discovering the latest breakthroughs and best practices.
Numbers That Matter: Sports Psychiatry Statistics
Prevalence of Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating
It is estimated that up to 19% of male athletes and up to 45% of female athletes suffer from an eating disorder and/or disordered eating.*
By age 14, many girls are dropping out of sports at two times the rate of boys.1
children and teens between the ages of 6 and 18 participate in organized sports each year globally.
%
of elite athletes have mental health concerns*
%
of women student-athletes report having anxiety*
%
of men student-athletes report having anxiety
%
college athletes with known mental health conditions seek care
Why Are Athletes a High-Risk Group for Mental Health Concerns?
Athletes often face immense pressure to succeed, both from external sources and internal expectations. This relentless pursuit of perfection can have a detrimental impact on their mental health. Balancing the demands of sports with personal responsibilities, such as academics or family commitments, can also contribute to stress and strain. Given these unique challenges, athletes are particularly vulnerable to mental health issues.
Sources
1. Girls drop-out at different rates depending on where they live. Sabo, D. and Veliz, P. (2008). Go Out and Play: Youth Sports in America. East Meadow, NY: Women’s Sports Foundation.
"Athlete Mental Health: What You Need To Know," McClean, 2029: https://www.mcleanhospital.org/essential/athlete-mh
"The American College of Sports Medicine Statement on Mental Health Challenges for Athletes," ACSM, 2021: https://www.acsm.org/news-detail/2021/08/09/the-american-college-of-sports-medicine-statement-on-mental-health-challenges-for-athletes
"Most Common Mental Illness in Athletes," Kindbridge Behavioral Health, 2022: https://kindbridge.com/mental-health/most-common-mental-illness-in-athletes