A research team from the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Science of the University of Bucharest has officially begun data collection from elite sport climbers as part of a ground-breaking study on mental health and burnout in the climbing community.
This project, conducted by PhD student Zsófia Németi-Fehér under the supervision of Professor Andrei Ion, PhD, and co-supervision of Maria Ștefania Ionel, PhD, from Babeș-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, is implemented with the support of the IFSC (International Federation of Sport Climbing) Athletes’ Commission and the Medical & Anti-Doping Commission.
Titled “The Impact of Stressors on Athletic Performance and Burnout: Exploring the Mediating Role of Affect, Intolerance of Uncertainty, Personality, and Emotion Regulation in Professional Sport Climbers”, this study aims to reveal the complex relationship between mental well-being and athletic performance in climbing.
This research responds to a need raised by professional climber Ievgeniia Kazbekova from the IFSC Athletes’ Commission. “As professional athletes, we face unique stressors – ranging from performance pressure to coping with failure,” Kazbekova shared. “This questionnaire is the first step in a project that we hope will flourish with the IFSC’s support. I personally invite all athletes to dedicate some time to this initiative, so we can make a positive difference for future generations and build a healthier approach to professional sport.”
The IFSC acknowledges the importance of mental well-being among athletes, recognizing that, behind every success, there can be personal challenges that require support. As sport climbing has grown rapidly in recent years, the IFSC remains dedicated to acknowledging that elite athletes are first of all individuals and their mental health is as vital as their physical fitness. IFSC President Marco Scolaris echoed this commitment: “I extend my gratitude to all athletes contributing to this survey. We strongly believe that athletes’ mental health and wellness should be a priority for all our stakeholders”.
With this collaboration between the University of Bucharest, Babeș-Bolyai University from Cluj-Napoca, and the IFSC, the study represents a major step forward in supporting the mental health of climbers and fostering a stronger, healthier athletic community.
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