Beyond the comments: How athletes navigate social media (opens original article in a new tab)

Athletes face widespread online abuse across sports, leading to mental health challenges and prompting some to retreat or use their platforms for positive change.

• Online abuse is a significant issue for athletes across various sports, with many experiencing personal and anonymous criticism.
• Athletes are adapting by either retreating from social media or using their platforms to promote mental health and positive change.
• The constant scrutiny from social media affects athletes' mental health, confidence, and performance, prompting calls for better online behavior.