Dr Andrew Kirkland

In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Caz Nahman, a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist with a focus on youth sport and mental health issues, teams up with Dr. Andrew Kirkland, a Lecturer in Sports Coaching and BASES Accredited Sport Scientist. They delve into the importance of language and environment in supporting mental health among athletes. Topics include the integration of athletic identity in mental health treatment, the need for healthier training approaches, and the significance of effective communication and psychological frameworks in fostering athlete well-being.