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Tackling the mental health stigma in youth football

THE PROJECT

focuses on crucial aspects of mental health by identifying and mapping

common issues and symptoms among young athletes. 

TEAM aims to conduct evidence-based research on mental health challenges and well-being in youth football.

OUR
IMPACT

The TEAM project is expected to spark a long-term cultural shift in how mental health is approached within youth football environments. By targeting athletes, coaches, families, and football organizations, TEAM promotes a more supportive and open sporting culture, where mental well-being is considered just as important as physical fitness. This change in mindset will contribute to healthier developmental pathways for young players across Europe.


Beyond football, TEAM’s model can inspire similar approaches in other youth sports and educational settings. The project’s tools and insights are designed to be transferable and scalable, offering a foundation for broader conversations around mental health and stigma in youth development. By creating materials grounded in real-world data and community engagement, TEAM lays the groundwork for sustainable change across sectors.

OBJECTIVES

To achieve the aim, four objectives to underpin the problem are set:​ 

Mapping Mental Health in Youth Football

Handbook of Good Practices: Supporting Mental Health in Youth Football

Awareness and Knowledge in
Youth Football: Understanding
Mental Health

Breaking the Stigma: Youth Mental Health and Football Stakeholders

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TEAM is expected to support numerous priorities relevant to the field of youth and sport. ​

Mental Health Stigma

Breaking barriers to support youth athletes' well-being.

Quality in Youth Activities

Raising standards in youth organizations and programs

Risk Factors AND   
Support

Identifying and addressing mental health challenges in sports.

Inclusion
via
Football

Fostering unity and values through passion for the game

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