In this episode, Laura Hannon, an Associate Professor of the Practice of Public Relations at Boston University and a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in marketing and communications, shares her insights on mental health from both a media and coaching perspective. Laura has managed marketing and communications functions for various organizations, including the NBA League offices in New York City and the NBCUniversal Boston Stations. She is also a dedicated coach to youth and high school ice hockey players.

1. 0:00 - 1:58 - Introduction
2. 1:59 - 4:47 - Evolution of Mental Health Conversation in Sports Media
3. 4:48 - 7:51 - Supporting Athletes' Mental Health in Media
4. 7:52 - 10:30 - Discussing Mental Health with Young Athletes
5. 10:31 - 12:39 - Balancing Competition and Mental Well-Being in Coaching
6. 12:40 - 14:59 - Advice for Coaches on Creating Supportive Environments
7. 15:00 - 17:37 - Mandatory Mental Health Support for Athletes
8. 17:38 - 20:36 - Future Initiatives and Conclusion

IN THIS EPISODE:

Introduction: (0:00-0:52)

Jenna’s story: (0:53-3:48)

Challenging times at DePaul University: (3:49-9:04)

Best practices to help with mental health: (9:05-11:07)

Lowest point of her soccer career: (11:08-14:55)

Advice for future collegiate athletes: (14:56-24:07)

How this influenced her approach to mental health and sports: (24:08-29:45)

Final thoughts and conclusion: (29:46-31:41)

IN THIS EPISODE:

Introduction: (0:00-0:42)

A generalized look into Mijke’s story of mental health and sports: (0:43-1:44)

Mijke’s Boston College soccer experience: (1:45-12:09)

Her transfer to Rice University: (12:10-23:53)

Shifting from college soccer to professional soccer after a torn ACL: (23:54-40:22)

Advice for future collegiate athletes: (40:23-44:47)

Conclusion: (44:48-46:08)

IN THIS EPISODE:

Introduction: (00:00-00:36)

Insights into Dhruv’s clinical research: (00:37-5:44)

How his research influences athlete performance: (5:45-10:09)

Thoughts on making sports psychologists mandatory: (10:10-14:03)

What can be done to support athletes and their mental health: (14:04-18:00)

Warning signs to look out for if a friend is in need of help: (18:01-25:00)

Advice athletes should try to follow to manage the mental health strains that come with being an athlete: (25:01-29:02)

Conclusion: (29:03-29:55)