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Mental health in the sports industry, specifically for female athletes leaves much to be desired. It is no wonder when we evaluate the disparity between males and females in this industry. For example, girls in high-school are twice as likely to drop out of sports by the age of fourteen. This number increases as you go through high-school, and also increases in both rural and urban areas. In addition, women’s sports get less than four percent of media coverage. When it comes to pay, both collegiate and professional women athletes receive 15 - 100% less pay than their male counterparts. Not surprisingly, nearly 50% of female athletes suffer from depression and/or anxiety. It’s no wonder when we look at the disparity in this world of sports. We have to address the unfair compensation of women compared to men and we have to look at the psychological and mental effects this is causing in women athletes and mitigate the stigma that surrounds mental health, especially in the athletic world. -- Topics Discussed: The disparity between male and female athletes. Depression among female athletes. Why mental health is so important among female athletes. -- Connect with us! Website: http://itsallmentalpodcast.com/ Email: media@itsallmentalpodcast.com Blog: https://www.pamelasmithlpc.com/blog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsALLMental_Podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/@itsAllMental2 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkXDNfncAtzyeumZsNz5tzQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/495592024600893/ -- Subscribe to us on: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-all-mental/id1477750773 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7muFvGy3pdSuNj3W4ieudH Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/pamela-smith/its-all-mental Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkXDNfncAtzyeumZsNz5tzQ?reload=9 Google: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Irte4mt2a4rty5rzve3nshpkjpu -- Disclaimer The information presented is NOT a substitute for, the knowledge, skill, and judgment of qualified psychiatrists, psychologists, physicians and health care professionals. The information has been obtained from various sources believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Pamela Smith, LPC nor itsALLMental Podcast makes no warranty as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of this information. Should you have any health, medical or disability questions or concerns, please consult a physician or other health care professional. Information accessed on and through itsALLMental Podcast is provided "AS IS" and without warranty, express or implied, including, but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose. If you believe you or another individual is suffering a mental health crisis or other medical emergency, contact your doctor immediately, seek medical attention immediately in an emergency room or call 911. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Our medium include[s] information and instruction relating to wellness topics, such as relationships, stress, depression, personal growth, etc. collectively, (“Our Content”). You acknowledge and agree that the following warnings and disclaimers shall apply to all of Our Content. Do not use Our Content in lieu of professional advice given by qualified medical professionals and do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking professional advice because of information you have read on our blog, or received from us. -- Suicide Hotlines: USA: 1-800-273-8255 USA Crisis Text: 741-741Canada: 1-833-456-4566 United Kingdom: 116-123 Australia: 13-11-14 International Suicide Hotlines: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lines