Dr Ciara Losty is course leader for the MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology programme in Waterford IT and has an extensive background in supporting athletes, including working with Team Ireland for the Olympic games. In recent years, her work in developing the jockey pathway has received acclaim within Ireland and further afield, and she liaises with other sport science professionals to support licensed jockeys. 

In this podcast Dr Losty explains why jockeys are in the high risk category when it comes to mental difficulties, and outlines the challenges and immense difficulties they face in their careers. Even if you've no interest in racing, the psychology behind the main protagonists is fascinating. It also helps that Dr Losty is a really interesting interviewee. Enjoy!