As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, the Arizona Cardinals are making history with their first-ever Raise Awareness for Mental Health Game. This initiative, led by Brook Choulet, M.D., will be taking place Sunday, December 7 at State Farm Stadium when the Cardinals host the Los Angeles Rams.
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This groundbreaking event reflects the growing national movement to prioritize mental health in professional sports. The event is being organized in collaboration with three leading organizations at the intersection of psychiatry, advocacy, and community health:
- The American Psychiatric Association Foundation
- The American Board of Sports & Performance Psychiatry
- The Maricopa County Medical Society Foundation
The event aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and create space for honest dialogue around mental well-being, both on and off the field.
“This game represents a powerful moment for sports and mental health,” said Dr. Brook Choulet, who serves as President of both the American Board of Sports & Performance Psychiatry and the Maricopa County Medical Society Foundation. “By leveraging the Cardinals’ platform, we’re sending a clear message: mental health is just as vital as physical health, and the conversation belongs in stadiums, locker rooms, and living rooms.”
Dr. Choulet is a nationally recognized concierge sports psychiatrist and founder of Choulet Performance Psychiatry, with offices in Scottsdale, Beverly Hills, and San Diego. She provides mental health and performance optimization for elite athletes, entertainers, and executives.
In addition to the game itself, the day will feature a pre-game panel discussion hosted at State Farm Stadium a few hours ahead off, featuring leaders in athlete mental health and community wellness.
“The Arizona Cardinals mental health awareness football game is more than a symbolic gesture. It is a power sweep for culture change. When elite athletes speak openly about mental wellbeing, it breaks stigma, inspires action, and reminds fans that strength includes asking for help when needed. APAF is honored to help champion this cause,” said Rawle Andrews Jr., Executive Director, American Psychiatric Association Foundation
Fans who purchase tickets to the game through this special link will receive access to this exclusive conversation, which is expected to bring together thought leaders, former athletes, and clinicians for a meaningful discussion on the evolving landscape of mental health in sports.
The event promises to be a game day with purpose—bringing visibility, compassion, and change to the forefront of the NFL.
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