Canadian diver Molly Carlson encourages youth to speak up ahead of World Mental Health Day

As qualifying for the 2016 Rio Olympics approached, Molly Carlson found herself in a dark place. She was struggling through a binge eating disorder, had body dysmorphia, and was constantly comparing her body to the other athletes on Canada's diving team.

Canadian diver Molly Carlson encourages youth to speak up ahead of World Mental Health Day
A female diver in Canadian gear smiles in the podium as she holds an adornment.

As qualifying for the 2016 Rio Olympics approached, Molly Carlson found herself in a dark place. She was struggling through a binge eating disorder, had body dysmorphia, and was constantly comparing her body to the other athletes on Canada's diving team.