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Is there a natural way to manage my depression?
Q: Dear Dr. Greg,
Thanks to brave athletes like Naomi Osaka, depression and mental health are finally gaining the attention they deserve in the sports community. I'm a retired basketball player, and I've been dealing with depression most of my adult life. The pills I've been taking barely help. Is there a natural option I can try?
Jasmine | Retired WNBA
A: Dear Jasmine,
Thank you for sharing the story of your battle with depression. For too long, the sports world swept the dangers of mental illness under the rug. Athletes had to suffer alone. Now, it looks like things are starting to improve.
Naomi Osaka and depression
Q: Dear Dr. Greg,
I just read about Naomi Osaka withdrawing from the French Open because of depression. As a former professional golfer, I knew several players with depression. Do a lot of pro athletes have mental illness?
Kim | Retired LPGA
A: Dear Kim,
Thank you for asking about depression and mental health. Naomi’s decision to withdraw from the French Open shocked the sports world. It is a potent (and very public) reminder that depression is more common and devastating than many believe.
Do I have depression?
Q: Dear Dr. Greg,
I'm a retired professional baseball player, and I think I might have depression. How can I tell?
Jim | MLB
A: Dear Jim,
Depression is more common than ever, thanks to our isolation and concern about the future. The virus and lockdowns are taking a toll on our mental health. You are not alone…