Did Ron Artest Reveal One Of The Best-kept Secrets In Sports?

- July 26, 2010, 2:20 am

The relevance of psychiatry to top-level performance is increasingly apparent, and nowhere more so than in the world of athletics. For years athletes have tried to gain a competitive edge by finding ways to directly enhance their performance. In the new era of sports, with its increased pressures of public scrutiny and demands, it is equally important to eliminate distractions. Psychiatrists and therapists who work with athletes play key roles in helping athletes calm the emotional and social storm that could potentially hinder athletic success.