Paris 2024 Introduces Mindfulness and AI Initiatives for Athletes' Mental Health

New measures include a relaxation area, virtual reality meditation, and AI-powered social media monitoring to support competitors.

The Olympics will feature a 'mindfulness and relaxation area' for the first time, offering meditation and art activities.
Athletes will have access to virtual reality headsets, sleep pods, and an alcohol-free bar to promote mental well-being.
A mental health helpline in 70 languages will be available, with 90 national teams bringing their own mental health welfare officers.
AI technology will monitor social media for harassment, flagging abusive posts for law enforcement intervention.
The initiatives follow increased awareness of athletes' mental health issues, highlighted by stars like Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka.