Prof. Darius Leskauskas is a respected clinical psychiatrist and academic based at LSMU, with a particular focus on the mental well‑being and behavioural health of children and adolescents—an essential but often under-recognised area in sports medicine. He has led national studies on attention-deficit disorders among school-age children, revealing key insights into prevalence and co‑morbidities such as anxiety or oppositional behaviors.

His research also explores evolving trends in Lithuanian youth attitudes toward addictive behaviours, contributing to prevention strategies aligned with physical and mental health. Moreover, he has evaluated the effectiveness of suicide-intervention training among emergency responders—a critical support axis for athlete mental health in high-pressure environments.

In a sports medicine context, Prof. Leskauskas brings a rare dual focus: clinical depth in adolescent psychiatry and applied insights into mental resilience, coping strategies, and early intervention. His expertise can inform athlete screening, psychological safety in training environments, and the development of psychologically supportive performance cultures.