Mental Health Advisory Group to Meet

 

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It is tasked with reviewing and recommending updates to the NCAA's Mental Health Best Practices and other relevant mental health materials.  The group will specifically consider updates in support of the mental health and well-being of diverse student-athletes, particularly those of color, those with disabilities and those who identify as LGBTQ, as well as international student-athletes." >> Why It Matters: "The 2021 Student-Athlete Well-Being Study showed that rates of mental exhaustion, anxiety and depression have seen little change since fall 2020 and remain 1.5 to two times higher than identified before the COVID-19 pandemic. Importantly, fewer than half of student-athletes said they would feel comfortable seeking support from a mental health provider on campus." >> What They're Saying: "The benefit of this group is that student-athletes can see due diligence and a high level of seriousness that is being taken in regard to the current mental health situation on campuses across the country. The importance of this work is quite literally life and death," said Megan Koch, chair of the Division III SAAC, a 2022 graduate of Colorado College and a former cross country and track and field student-athlete. >> Continue Reading A MESSAGE FROM HUDL/BLUEFRAME TECHNOLOGY   Ready to stream like a pro this season? With Hudl (formerly BlueFrame), powerful broadcasting tools meet the advanced capture capabilities of Hudl Focus, bringing your program unmatched opportunities to generate revenue and connect with your fans. Plus, you get the flexibility to select the streaming option that makes the most sense for your school. 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