December 6, 2024
Simone Biles’ Olympics mental health takes center stage in a good way

Not many people knew what “twisties” were prior to the Tokyo Olympic Games in 2021, but they quickly learned when women’s gymnastics phenom Simone Biles withdrew from several events because of it, making the star’s mental health a pivotal part of the Olympics commentary this time around.

Biles has been open about going to therapy, and this summer in Paris, the GOAT (if we’re using formal titles), won gold medals in the team final, all-around final and vault final. She also won silver on floor.

And it isn’t just Biles. Several other moments at the Paris Olympics this summer have put a positive spotlight on mental health:

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