The issue of mental health in college students, specifically college student-athletes, is stigmatized and neglected.
During a difficult freshman year, Victoria Garrick, of the USC Women’s Indoor Volleyball team, was learning how to be a Division I athlete as well a Dean’s List student, she dealt with situational depression, anxiety, and a binge-eating disorder. By seeing a sports psychologist at USC every week, Victoria was able to learn how to manage her mental health issues, as well as regain normal eating habits. ... See MoreSee Less
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