Research summary · Mental health
Mental health in elite sport: the 2026 IOC consensus
An updated framework for recognising, monitoring and supporting mental health in elite athletes.
- Publication year
- 2026
- Publication type
- Consensus statement
- Journal
- British Journal of Sports Medicine
- Population / context
- Elite sport · All disciplines
What the publication reports
The consensus combines a systematic literature review with a Delphi process. It recommends regular screening with validated instruments and care that addresses both individual needs and the training and competition environment. It updates the IOC's 2019 statement.
Limits and interpretation
Consensus recommendations are not results from a treatment trial. Implementation must account for clinical needs, culture and local access to qualified care.
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Original publication / indexed recordDOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2025-111514Full text at the sourceReader discussion
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