Psychological Well-Being and Social Protection of Athletes: A Sport Psychology Perspective for Sustainable Sport Development in Morocco

This article shows how combining psychological interventions in sport with social security programs can improve the well-being and sustainability of athletes in Morocco. In fact, athletes face many psychological challenges. They experience strong performance pressure. They also deal with frequent injuries. Moreover, the uncertainty of retirement often brings serious risks, such as burnout or depression. Therefore, public policies should not separate mental health from economic security. On the contrary, they must bring them together to guarantee both well-being and career stability. In this sense, the study aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals, especially those related to health, decent work, economic growth, and reduced inequality. However, existing programs such as RAMED, CNSS, and AMO remain limited. In reality, many Moroccan athletes, especially those in the informal sector, cannot access these benefits. Thus, there is an urgent need for more inclusive social security policies. These should provide healthcare, vocational training, and reintegration support, particularly for athletes at the end of their careers. To move forward, it is useful to draw on best practices from other countries. That is why this article proposes a comprehensive framework that integrates sport psychology into social security systems. For this to succeed, sustainable funding is essential. Moreover, partnerships between government bodies, sports federations, and psychologists are crucial.In the end, combining psychological resilience with economic security will allow athletes to be stronger during their careers. Furthermore, they will be better prepared for life after sport. Consequently, they will contribute more actively to economic growth and social inclusion. In conclusion, this study offers policy recommendations to help Morocco build a sports sector that is more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable.