OLYMPIAN Jessie Barr was the special guest at the 13th Echo Women in Sport awards at the Cork Airport Hotel.

In an in-depth interview with John McHale the Waterford native explored the mental side of sport, from underage to elite level and what a critical role mental well-being plays in maximising talent.

Part 1: How significant is mental health in succeeding in sport at all levels?

Part 2: Is sport doing enough for though struggling?

Part 3: The impact parents have on their children's sporting lives: