- Bring psychiatrists/sports therapists to colleges
With the addition of mental illness/health professionals, student athletes have an outlet and a professional, medical opinion who can guide athletes through their struggles and prescribe necessary medication. These medical professionals could be the difference between life and death for some athletes, and the accessibility of them already being on campus, or being there certain days of the week, will be invaluable.
- Write stories/talk about all those who commit suicide or are struggling
I probably would never have found out about the Hilinkski’s or the major rise in college athlete suicide rates, unless I saw it in a magazine given to me by a friend. Sharing these stories in places like social media or newspapers or online articles really does spread awareness about the topic and can help struggling families/students find support and know that they are not alone.
- Support the Hilinksi’s/more organizations like them
Seeing the impact the Hilinkski’s and their Tyler Talks have had on college athletes and people all over the country makes me think that with more funding and more people like the Hilinskis who dedicate their life to saving others would be extremely beneficial. More people knowing about this will also lead to more people willing to make a difference and dedicate time to an important cause like mental health/illnesses in college athletes. Also, with more sponsors/donations to the Hilinski’s, more schools and more people will be reached.
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