Esports Mental Health and Mental Resilience
Chapter from the book:
Uluç,
E.
A.
&
Yılmaz,
T.
&
Aksoy,
S.
(eds.)
2024.
Academic Research and Evaluations in the Field of Sports Sciences X.
Synopsis
Mental resilience and psychological well-being in esports have become an increasingly important area of research with the rise in popularity of competitive gaming. The unique demands of esports, such as high levels of competition, social interaction, and performance-related psychological stress, necessitate a comprehensive understanding of the mental health challenges faced by players. This study is based on a series of works that examine various aspects of mental resilience and psychological well-being in esports, highlighting the challenges and potential strategies for improving the mental health of esports athletes.