SIMONE BILES' INVOLVEMENT IN SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH

Simone Biles, the Olympic gold medalist, has been involved in sports psychology research.

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The research aims to help athletes improve their mental health and performance.

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Biles has been working with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) on the research project.

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The project involves using virtual reality technology to simulate high-pressure situations that athletes may face.

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The goal is to help athletes develop coping mechanisms and mental skills to perform under pressure.

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Biles hopes that her involvement in the research will help break the stigma surrounding mental health in sports.

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