Youth Sports, Competition & Mental Health: Helping Young Athletes Succeed

Steve Smith, PhD l Clinical Psychologist l Psychology Professor, UCSB

Athletes Simone Biles, Michael Phelps, and Naomi Osaka pushed mental health to the forefront of the Tokyo Olympics. How can we keep our young athletes safe, healthy, and balanced? Steve Smith, PhD, a clinical psychologist, describes how parents can support healthy sports participation for their children and teens.