Unraveling the Dangerous Intersection of Eating Disorders and Suicide Attempts
— Introduction Imagine a young woman, alone in her room, grappling with the relentless voice of an eating disorder, while simultaneously battling the dark whispers of suicidal thoughts. It seems unthinkable that these two devastating foes could team up, yet for many, this is a frightening reality. Eating disorders, like anorexia nervosa (AN) and bulimia […]
Balancing Minds on the Field: Gender and Sport-Specific Insights into the Psychological Health of Elite Athletes
Introduction: Sprinting Through the Mind Imagine this: a high-level athlete standing on the brink of victory, the world watching, and the weight of expectations pressing heavily. But behind the scenes, another competition rages—one not visible on screens or quantified by scores. It’s the contest between mental resilience and psychological strain, a battle as challenging as […]