PDM-5: The Performance Diagnostic Manual for the 5 Mental Tools Hardcover – March 5, 2026

Mental Skills Consultants often use the DSM to evaluate elite athletes. The DSM is meant to assess disorders in the general population. Elite athletes are wired differently than the general population and their reality is drastically different. Why would we use something that is intended for the general population on someone who is wired to dominate and win at the highest level? Another mistake that Mental Skills Consultants make is trying to "profile" athletes. Once an athlete is assessed, coaches are then instructed to "manage" the player according to their strengths and weaknesses. The emphasis of this book is on enrichment. The central question is, "What skills does this athlete need to develop to become an 80 out of 80 in the mental makeup category?" Athletes can become strong in all 5 Mental Tools with enough effort and proper coaching. This manual also outlines the Ballgame Therapeutic Method (BTM) and it gives several examples on how you can integrate it into what you do. My material that has helped countless pitchers thrive is generalizable to nearly any sport. If you want to have the Ballgame Effect, then invest in this book. #ATG #OPN Read more