AFL coaches need to focus on their mental health, says ex-Carlton coach Brendon Bolton
ABCIn the aftermath of his sacking as Carlton coach early last June, it became apparent to Brendon Bolton how all consuming the role had been across the three and a half seasons he had been in charge of the Blues. Key points: Brendon Bolton says it is common for AFL coaches to face mental health challenges in the job Bolton backs building strong support network for coaches, especially if they are facing mental health struggles He is relishing his new role as Hawthorn's director of coaching, as it is rewarding to "help someone else" "It becomes your lifestyle. Bolton's comments reveal much about his experience as a head coach in the AFL and why he wants support to be given to those holding down these high-profile roles so they can maintain balance in their lives and look after their mental health needs. "It's really important that we do understand the magnitude of the coaching caper at the senior level and we support senior coaches," Bolton said. "Everyone is now maturing in their understanding of what it means to be healthy," said Bolton, who has had discussions with the AFL Coaches Association about coach welfare.
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