Date Approved
4-27-2022
Graduate Degree Type
Project
Degree Name
Education-Higher Education (M.Ed.)
Degree Program
College of Education
First Advisor
Dr. Karyn Rabourn
Academic Year
2021/2022
Abstract
Despite the clear need, the student-athlete population continues to underutilize mental health services on campus. This project explores literature regarding mental health concerns for non-student athletes and student-athletes and barriers to utilization for both student populations. Following Rosenstock's (1996) Health Belief Model, a solution to increase the utilization of mental health services for student-athletes is to create a four-hour cultural competency training course for counselors and improve early intervention by providing a robust onboarding program for first-year student-athletes. The overall intent of this project is to encourage self-efficacy in student-athletes to seek help if needed, as well as provide well-rounded services for those that seek-help. Proper evaluation and reflection will ensure that this project is effective.
ScholarWorks Citation
DeGraaf, Allyson, "Student-Athletes and Mental Health Services: Increasing Utilization" (2022). Culminating Experience Projects. 116.
https://scholarworks.gvsu.edu/gradprojects/116
