Topic-level syntheses of the peer-reviewed research underpinning the ETF — written for the clinicians, coaches, and advisors who deliver the framework.


Implementing Robust Mental Health Resources in College Athletics

Guide to athletic-department-mental-health-program-implementation

Assess team identity with our clinical team-identity-assessment-tool

Athlete-identity-assessment-college-teams-clinical-considerations

Developing comprehensive life-after-sports-program-clinical-frameworks

College student-athletes experience a unique array of stressors that can compromise well-being [5, 6]. These challenges range from academic pressures and competitive demands to…

Effective mental health programming within an athletic department requires a systematic, evidence-informed approach. We recognize that student athletes face unique stressors, of…

Team identity, within our clinical framework, refers to an individual's sense of belonging and emotional significance derived from their membership in an athletic group. This co…

We observe that mental health symptoms and disorders are prevalent among elite athletes, including those at the collegiate level [1]. These manifestations can impair performance…

The transition from competitive athletics presents a unique set of challenges for individuals, often manifesting as significant psychological and physiological adjustments. As s…

Athlete transitions represent critical developmental periods that require specific clinical attention. These are not merely logistical shifts but profound psychological and soci…