"The good news is that it's causing people to think more deeply about mental health in skateboarding - trying to figure out new ways to support the people that they love and care about." Friedberg said one key development is that the athletes now have access to the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) mental health services for the first time. "They have been proactive in providing mental health resource for our team and staff." Tony Hawk, one of the world's most famous skateboarders, said that while there has been progress in combating the stigma associated with mental health, more work needs to be done. He said perceptions around mental health are evolving.

Source: The Star February 18, 2021 18:37 UTC