Young People, Sports, and Mental Health ft. Dr. Jonathan Jenkins, Psy.D, CMPC

Sports can be such a positive space for young people to let off steam, learn important life skills, and build long lasting relationships. There are times, though, when it can be too much, injury strikes, or someone doesn’t make the team they were hoping to.Dr. Jonathan Jenkins joins Gene and Khadijah to discuss all things sports psychology and how best to support our young people in an important area of their lives. Whether your child dreams of being a professional or just likes to play for fun, tune in to learn how parents can promote a healthy mindset around sports and physical activity. Media ListFollow along with the conversation. Dr. Jonathan Jenkins, Psy.D CMPC (Ruderman Foundation)Ted Lasso (YouTube)MGH Sport Psychology (Mass General Hospital)Getting to the Finish Line: Will You Choose Endurance or Resilience? (MGH Clay Center)Unorganized Youth Sports Is Missing From Society (T-Ball America)How to Support Youth Athletes When a Sports Injury Derails Their Season (MGH Clay Center)10 Important Steps for Parenting Young Athletes (MGH Clay Center) Massachusetts Role in Making Golf More Inclusive (WCVB)Subscribe and tune in the 3rd Thursday of every month for new episodes. Like what you hear? Leave us a review!Episode produced by Bianca DempseyEdited by Sara RattiganMusic by Gene Beresin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.