Olympic gold medalist Mikaela Shiffrin opens up about battling PTSD and emotional struggles after ski crash.

Olympic champion Mikaela Shiffrin has opened up about battling PTSD following a severe ski crash. The accident not only sidelined her career temporarily but also triggered emotional struggles she hadn’t previously faced.

Shiffrin described enduring “extremely low moments,” revealing the psychological toll of her recovery. She emphasized that while physical healing progressed, mental challenges lingered, often quietly overwhelming her.

The skiing star shared her experience to raise awareness around athlete mental health. Shiffrin hopes her openness encourages others to seek support and breaks the stigma around discussing trauma and emotional well-being.