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Tips for Supporting Your Mental Health
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Stay Active: Regular physical activity boosts mood and reduces anxiety.
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Maintain a Routine: Consistent daily structure can provide stability and reduce stress.
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Prioritize Sleep: Aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night to support emotional well-being.
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Connect with Others: Talk to friends, family, or support groups—social connection is key.
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Practice Mindfulness: Try meditation, deep breathing, or journaling to manage stress.
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Limit Screen Time: Take breaks from social media and digital devices to recharge.
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Eat Well: A balanced diet can positively affect your mood and energy levels.
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Set Realistic Goals: Break tasks into manageable steps to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
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Seek Help When Needed: Don’t hesitate to reach out to a mental health professional.
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Be Kind to Yourself: Practice self-compassion and avoid harsh self-criticism.
Mission
The Comprehensive Mental Health and Wellness Committee is comprised of experts appointed by the league and the NFLPA. The Committee develops educational programs for players, coaches, club personnel, and players' family members regarding mental health and wellness. The Committee also collaborates with local and national mental health and suicide prevention organizations to reduce stigma related to mental health and promote suicide prevention and awareness. The committee develops models of player programming for specific needs including: transiting in and out of the NFL, social connectedness and resilience, navigating injury, and promoting peer support. Sub-committees for education, partnerships, and program evaluation convene regularly to develop and oversee specific initiatives.
Areas of Focus
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Developing and scheduling educational programs for coaches, players, and club staff
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Developing programming for families and significant others
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Developing criteria for identifying local and national suicide prevention and mental health organizations for collaboration purposes
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Developing models of player programming for specific needs including: transitioning in and out of the NFL, social connectedness and resilience, injured players, and peer support
Mental Health Awareness Statistics
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22.8% of U.S. adults experienced mental illness in 2021 (57.8 million people). This represents 1 in 5 adults.
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5.5% of U.S. adults experienced serious mental illness in 2021 (14.1 million people). This represents 1 in 20 adults.
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16.5% of U.S. youth aged 6-17 experienced a mental health disorder in 2016 (7.7 million people)
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7.6% of U.S. adults experienced a co-occurring substance use disorder and mental illness in 2021 (19.4 million people)
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1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experiences mental illness each year.
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1 in 6 youth (ages 6–17) experience a mental health disorder each year.
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50% of all lifetime mental illnesses begin by age 14, and 75% by age 24.
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Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide.
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Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among people aged 10–34 in the U.S.
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People with serious mental illness have an increased risk of chronic physical conditions.
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Only about 47% of adults with mental illness in the U.S. receive treatment.
NFL Comprehensive Mental Health and Wellness Committe!
Goals
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Normalize accessing behavioral health resources to players, and all members of the player ecosystem, including staff and significant others
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Increase utilization of behavioral health resources
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Create tailored behavioral health programming specific to the player journey (both within and away from the team)
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Assist in fostering a club culture that ensures a community-wide, holistic approach to care
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Establish effective partnerships with local and national organizations to assist in programming and stigma reduction efforts
Player Persspectives!
Mental Health Awareness Month!
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Opening Opportunities & Modeling Inclusivity
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Special thanks to United Airlines for opening up meaningful opportunities for families and for setting a strong example of inclusivity within the travel industry.
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