NBA updates mental health policies amid ongoing pandemic
(World News USA)

The NBA is urging teams to make increased commitments toward providing mental health resources to players and staff, releasing updated guidelines Wednesday to reflect the challenge of playing amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The league told teams they should establish “education and awareness materials focused on managing mental health during times of uncertainty and coping strategies for addressing the emotional toll of the pandemic.” “Given the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, taking care of one`s mental health and having access to resources are important aspects of managing the feelings of anxiety, uncertainty, and stress that have characterized much...