Lenny Johnrose feels it is his duty to spread the word to footballers about the “frightening” statistics suggesting a link between professional contact sport and motor neurone disease, but says nothing would have deterred him from pursuing a career in the game.
Tag: Mental health
PFA’s Jeff Whitley urges players to use phones to ask for help, not place bets
Online gambling is the biggest cause of mental health-related issues for young footballers, former Manchester City and Northern Ireland star Jeff Whitley has told Press Association Sport.
Barnsley praised for offer of help to fan
Barnsley have been applauded for reaching out to one of the club’s fans who spoke about his battles with depression and anxiety on social media.
Loris Karius, Dazed and Confused: Depression, Sabotage, Toxic Masculinity
The reprehensible reaction to Loris Karius’s howlers highlights the need for not only empathy and…
Aaron Lennon thankful for support after tough year
Everton midfielder Aaron Lennon has thanked well-wishers for their support at the end of a…