When talking about Mental Health, the condition of our mind and emotions that shapes how we think, feel and act. Also known as psychological health, it affects everything from school performance to athletic results and everyday relationships. That’s why you’ll see it linked to Suicide, a tragic end that often follows untreated mental‑health struggles, Student Stress, the pressure students feel from exams, scores and future expectations and Athlete Well‑Being, the mental side of sport that can boost or break a performance. In plain terms, good mental health helps you cope with challenges, decide on actions and stay connected to people.
First, mental health encompasses emotional resilience. When a student like Timilehin Opesusi faces a low exam score, the stress can spiral into severe anxiety, sometimes ending in suicide. That chain—student stress → mental‑health decline → suicide—shows how a single pressure point can trigger a chain reaction. Second, athletes such as Alex Pereira or Luis Suárez often talk about performance anxiety. Their stories illustrate that athlete well‑being requires mental‑health support just as much as physical training. Third, social stigma around talking about feelings can hide problems until they become crises, whether in schools, gyms or workplaces. Finally, community programs, school counseling and sports psychology all aim to strengthen mental health, proving that the right tools can prevent tragedy and improve daily life.
Below you’ll find a collection of recent reports that flesh out these ideas. Some pieces focus on the heartbreaking loss of a student, others on the pressure cooker environment of professional sports, and a few explore policy moves that could help. Each article adds a piece to the bigger picture of how mental health runs through education, athletics, and society at large. Keep scrolling to see real‑world examples, expert comments and the latest developments that matter to anyone who wants to understand or improve their own mental well‑being.
On World Mental Health Day 2025, ISU President Jae Youl Kim unveiled Calm Zones and a social‑media monitoring program, marking a major step for athlete wellbeing.