Youth Athletes and Early Specialization
Young athletes face unique vulnerabilities related to identity formation, academic pressure, and parental expectations. Early specialization can intensify stress and limit social development.
Safeguarding youth mental erotic health requires age-appropriate training, balanced schedules, and supportive environments.
Injury, Retirement, and Career Transitions
Injury and retirement represent critical periods of psychological risk. The sudden loss of athletic identity and routine can lead to emotional distress.
Transition programs that address education, career planning, and psychological adjustment support long-term well-being.