Dr Emma Kavanagh - Elite Athletes and Social Media Abuse

Описание: Dr Emma Kavanagh is a Senior Lecturer In Sports Psychology and Coaching Sciences in the Sport & Physical Activity Research Centre at Bournemouth University.

During her career, Emma has helped prepare athletes to compete in major events including the Olympics, the Paralympics and the Commonwealth Games.

In this video, she discusses her research into the social media abuse experienced by elite athletes and how athletes can safely navigate online spaces.

She also talks about her involvement in developing safeguarding workshops which aim to educate existing and trainee sport and exercise scientists on issues of athlete safeguarding in the United Kingdom.