Iowa’s P. McCaffery departs to deal with stress and anxiety

IOWA CITY, Iowa– Iowa’s Patrick McCaffery will take an indefinite leave of lack to address his psychological health, the athletic department announced Tuesday.McCaffery, boy of head coach Fran McCaffery, said in a declaration he has actually been fighting stress and anxiety which it has reached the point where it prevents his preparation and performance.” It’s unfair to myself or teammates to be on the court when I am not myself,” he stated. “The anxiety has affected my sleep, cravings, and stamina, which has led to not having the energy level essential to compete at my complete abilities.” 2 Related Patrick McCaffery has started all

14 games and is the Hawkeyes’third-leading scorer, averaging 12.8 points per game. He struggled the previous 2 games, shooting 2 for 15 from the field and scoring a combined eight points in losses to Nebraska and Penn State.”It might be 2 games, it may be 4 games, it might be more, however I will return when I seem like myself, “the fourth-year forward said.McCaffery stated the leave of absence is not associated with his past fight with cancer.

He was 13 when he was dealt with for thyroid cancer. He had 2 surgeries and was stated cancer-free 3 months after his diagnosis.McCaffery said in an interview last month that the removal of his thyroid caused metabolic changes needing him to pay attention to his nutrition and sleep habits.Fran McCaffery said the impacts of his child’s stress and anxiety have actually become more noticeable on and off the court the previous couple weeks. “Everybody appreciate his courage and willingness to be open about this struggle and we hope others know that they are not alone,” the coach said.”We will be with him every step of the method.”Iowa( 8-6, 0-3 Huge 10)plays at home Thursday against No. 15 Indiana.