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Elite athletes mental health in Aotearoa: A kaupapa worth discussing

Layla Bailey-McDowell
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A report supported by High Performance Sport New Zealand shows one in five kiwi elite athletes struggle with mental health. However, more sporting organisations and athletes are opening the discussion around the issue as a way to implement change, normalise the kōrero and reduce stigma.