<![CDATA[Beyond the Game:]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/beyond-the-game-pod1 A Sports Psychiatrist's Guide to Mental Health issues in sport. we explore the powerful connection between mental health and athletic success. Whether you're an athlete striving for greatness, a coach building resilient teams, or simply curious about the psychology of sport, this podcast offers insightful conversations, practical strategies, and evidence-based approaches to optimize performance, manage pressure, and cultivate mental well-being in sports and life. For athletes, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in the human mind.

]]> RSS.com 2026.401.141116 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:18:05 GMT en a7f3362e-197f-5c5b-bec6-67a039f5525c https://media.rss.com/beyond-the-game-pod1/20250708_050750_49e72c575c4a1d6c372a3ef6cdea74db.jpg Beyond the Game: https://rss.com/podcasts/beyond-the-game-pod1 yes pratish thakkar 2025 Pratish Thakkar Pratish Thakkar false episodic podcast <![CDATA[Resilience in Sport: Performing Through Pain"]]> Elite athletes perform exceptionally despite severe pain or illness, leveraging psychological (mental toughness, self-efficacy, cognitive reappraisal, mindfulness)1 and neurobiological (endogenous opioids, altered pain processing, placebo effect) mechanisms. This often involves overriding natural protective responses, creating an ethical paradox for sports psychiatry. Comprehensive support and pain education are crucial.

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/beyond-the-game-pod1/2156049 d9a3748f-c959-46b1-ae12-99d620142c0e 292 full 1 1 4 4 false Thu, 07 Aug 2025 16:58:49 GMT <![CDATA[Smashing Stigma: How Cricketers Are Redefining "Mental Toughness"]]> Elite cricketers battle significant mental health issues like anxiety and depression. Once hidden by stigma, stars like Ben Stokes, Jonathan Trott, and Sarah Taylor courageously spoke out. This pivotal shift normalizes help-seeking, reducing stigma. Unaddressed issues impact performance and careers, making proactive, comprehensive mental health support crucial for their well-being and longevity

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/beyond-the-game-pod1/2114780 e890d4a6-f852-431a-9aff-d38f0d8c4a2d 501 full 1 1 3 3 false Mon, 14 Jul 2025 20:20:47 GMT <![CDATA[The Unseen Innings: Cricket and Mental health ]]> Cricketers face significant mental health challenges like anxiety/depression, due to intense pressure, isolation, and media scrutiny.... A "macho image" and stigma deter help, yet high-profile disclosures aid destigmatization Unaddressed issues harm performance and careers16. Support exists, but requires a proactive, holistic shift

]]> https://rss.com/podcasts/beyond-the-game-pod1/2109292 1880bde8-fe70-49c8-930f-b87b123c80d8 410 full 1 1 2 2 false Thu, 10 Jul 2025 19:58:05 GMT <![CDATA[mental health challenges in retired athletes ]]> Welcome to "Beyond the Game," the podcast exploring life beyond the arena. I'm Dr. Thakkar, and today, we're addressing a crucial, often hidden, topic: mental health issues among retired athletes1. For many elite competitors, the transition post-sport is incredibly challenging, with 15-25% experiencing symptoms like anxiety or depression23. We'll discuss how factors like the transition itself, chronic pain, concussions, and substance abuse contribute2. Join us as we uncover these realities and consider how to better support these remarkable individuals

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