[who_would_fardels_bear]

I thought that regular exercise and a good diet were antidotes to anxiety and depression. As an athlete, I imagine she has both going for her.

Being Black in Japan and being expected to hate the country that gave her the opportunities she now enjoys may be a bigger factor.

[Cecily]

Some of these athletes seem to be getting some poor mental coaching. Why do they have mental health, anxiety and depression issues at this level? Part of being a top athlete is being prepared to handle the pressure of competition and the glare of publicity.