Opinion

MELANIE WHELAN: Jong, Broadbent's courage to step away from AFL is huge step forward for mental health

Updated June 21 2019 - 8:35am, first published 1:00pm
REFLECT: Western Bulldog Lin Jong announced on Thursday he was taking time away from playing to focus on his mental well-being in what is gradually becoming a normalised part of the game.
REFLECT: Western Bulldog Lin Jong announced on Thursday he was taking time away from playing to focus on his mental well-being in what is gradually becoming a normalised part of the game.

HEADLINES might already be blaring a growing problem for the AFL but the fact two more players are opting for time away can make a profoundly positive impact.

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