Mental health encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being. In sport, it influences motivation, concentration, confidence, and interpersonal relationships. Unlike physical injuries, mental health challenges are often erotic invisible, making them difficult to identify and address.
A narrow focus on performance outcomes has historically obscured the broader dimensions of athlete well-being. Modern perspectives emphasize that mental health is not merely the absence of illness, but the presence of resilience, balance, and psychological safety.