Brain Health Matters Blog

The Sweet Spot of Stress: How to Help Your Teen Athlete Perform Without Pushing Them Into Overdrive

Yelena Gidenko, PhD

Published on: 08/26/2026

Your teen athlete needs challenge, but too much pressure can shift their attention from performing to worrying about disappointing you. Learn how to find the sweet spot between support, challenge, and unnecessary pressure.

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How to Support Your Athlete Child Without Transferring Your Anxiety

Yelena Gidenko, PhD

Published on: 04/29/2026

Learn how parental anxiety can affect young athletes and discover practical, brain-based strategies to support your child without increasing performance pressure.

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The 4-Phase Recovery Plan That Transforms Sports Parenting

Yelena Gidenko, PhD

Published on: 08/03/2025

Break free from reactive sports parenting with this 4-phase recovery plan rooted in neuroscience. Simple, proven strategies for calm, connected support.

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