When it comes to archery, it’s well-known that the 'mental game' plays a huge role in performance, and mental management has become a teachable skill. Mental health is less commonly spoken about, although over recent years more athletes have been opening up about their experiences with it. GBR international, European Games team champion, world championship medallist and Tokyo Olympian Sarah Bettles spoke to Mimi Landström about her experiences.
'm 29 years old and I have struggled with my mental health since I was 17. At 19 I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety and last year I was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. I struggled mentally in the build-up to the Olympics and told myself that I just needed to get there, and as soon as I got home, everything would be fine again. It’s well known that many athletes experience post-Olympic blues, and it
