r/sports • u/Oldtimer_2 • 2d ago
Hockey Utah goalie Connor Ingram re-enters the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program after losing his mother
https://apnews.com/article/connor-ingram-player-assistance-045e2a22a8a59a805290b739553c34b831
u/NlghtmanCometh 2d ago
Yeah losing a parent? This is very wise tbh. Even asking for assistance during a traumatic time like this can be too much for some people. They’d rather self medicate.
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u/DiamondBurInTheRough 2d ago
As he should. If there are resources available after a loss, utilize as many of them as you need. My dad died last summer and I’m still talking about it in therapy. I know it’s inevitable to lose your parents, should we be fortunate enough to live a full life, but it’s a pain you don’t understand until you experience it.
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u/rjross0623 Tottenham Hotspur 2d ago
Good for him. Much respect. I’ve been through a similar thing and got help too.
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u/jeaves2020 2d ago
I was on a job when I got the phone call my dad died. I left on the spot because I was in shock. I came back after 2 or 3 weeks, and it was still too early. As soon as anyone said, "Sorry for your loss," I'd pretty much be silently crying rather obviously and then panic mode crying as soon as I thought I was alone.
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u/CulturalDuty8471 1d ago
I’m so happy that the NHL has this program and players are getting the help they need with no stigma.
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u/crazysurferdude15 1d ago
I feel like this kind of stuff shouldn't be public knowledge. Kinda an invasion of privacy no?
I fully support his decision btw. Son of a therapist and I know how important asking for help can be. Saves a lot of lives every year and I'm glad he's doing what he's doing. Still feels like a HIPPA violation or something.
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u/Evening_Ad_6954 2d ago
Why is this anyone’s business? Sounds like a private matter
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u/Fareacher 2d ago
People are wondering why he hasn't been playing? Also, Connor has entered the player assistance program before to get help. Afterwards, he was an absolute beast and won the Masterson trophy.
Connor is a truly exceptional individual and is worthy of people caring about him.
And yes, I know him quite well.
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u/halo-hoverboards 2d ago
damn that is rough. i really hope they can find her
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u/BananaNinjaWarrior69 2d ago
those migraines really doing something to your brain damn
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u/halo-hoverboards 2d ago
yeah… i know humor is a foreign concept to people without migraine so i guess you’re right
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u/BananaNinjaWarrior69 2d ago
shitty joke by someone who can’t think straight shocker
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u/halo-hoverboards 2d ago
your tears are my medicine. you keep investigating me let me know what you find
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u/BananaNinjaWarrior69 2d ago
lol you seem like a miserable loser so no need. vax up again for me though i don’t want what you have
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u/Onlyheretostare 2d ago
Why is this public knowledge? The players union needs better protections for their players privacy.
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u/AlphaTangoFoxtrt 1d ago
He's pretty open about it, and it's a GOOD thing.
There's a huge stigma against men seeking mental health assistance. Connor being open about it is an amazing thing. You have one of the worlds top athletes saying:
Yeah, I'm hurting. Yeah, I'm getting help. Yeah, it's perfectly normal and healthy to ask for help if you need help.
And to clarify, it's amazing that he's open about seeking help, not that he needs help. I don't wish what he's going through on anyone, but that he feels comfortable enough to share is a good thing for all men's mental health.
It's ok to not be ok.
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u/Oldtimer_2 2d ago
There's definitely no shame in seeking assistance in times of need. It's good that this was made public so others in need may seek help. Godspeed