depression and the sidelined athlete
an interview with Sue Rosenstock, Co-founder umttr (You Matter)
Following a sidelining back injury, Sue's teenage son Evan fell into depression. Being separated from his sport and feeling uncertain about his future prospects with his athletic aspirations, Evan began to feel hopeless. Despite efforts to get Evan the help he needed, sadly Evan lost his battle with depression just four short months later. In this touching interview, Sue shares their story and how the creation of the organization honoring Evan's life, umttr, is working to prevent other students from ever feeling alone or desperate.
If you are aware of a sidelined athlete struggling with depression, it is essential to monitor continuously for suicide risk. To learn more, see our newest resource, Suicide Prevention and Awareness for Supporters of Sidelined Athletes.
We also interview permanently-sidelined athletes who have gone on to find a meaningful way forward through our Sidelined Stories Podcast. Listen to their stories, learn from their experience, and be inspired to find your own path forward.