In this episode, Dr. Wendy Slusser chats with the former NBA World Champion and one of the premier NBA defenders of his era, Metta Sandiford-Artest previously known as Metta World Peace.  Metta has been a leader in de-stigmatizing mental health in the world of professional sports and beyond by opening up and sharing his life story. Metta’s openness to discuss mental health issues has helped to build a sense of community where people feel empowered to share their own struggles and successes around emotional wellbeing.


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Former NBA World Champion and one of the premier NBA defenders of his era, Metta Sandiford-Artest has been a vocal advocate for mental health through telling his story and delivering his message in a deeply honest and open way. Through his own journey, Metta has inspired others struggling with their own mental health while also contributing to de-stigmatizing mental health in the world of professional sports and beyond.