Instructing An Athlete With Anxiety

Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can affect a person’s wellbeing, confidence and ability to participate in everyday activities, including sport. When experienced at higher levels, anxiety can have a significant impact on an individual’s quality of life and, in some circumstances, may be considered a disability. Sport and physical activity can have a positive impact on mental wellbeing and may help some people manage feelings of anxiety in a healthy and constructive way. This programme will provide you with key information about anxiety, how it may affect athletes, and how you can best support athletes experiencing anxiety while creating a positive, inclusive and supportive sporting environment. Content Warning: In this program it will discuss the challenges people with Anxiety go through. While the material and information is presented in an educational and sensitive manner, some subjects may be emotionally challenging for some learners.