| Description |
vii, 255 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
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regular print |
| Contents |
Disordered eating categories and their application to athletes -- Prevalence of disordered eating among athletes -- Etiology of disordered eating in athletes -- Disordered eating in male athletes -- Effects of disordered eating on performance -- Effects of disordered eating on health -- Preventing disordered eating in athletes -- Identifying disordered eating in athletes -- Treatment considerations for athletes with disordered eating -- Managing athletes with disordered eating -- Successful eating disorder screening, prevention, and treatment programs for athletes |
| Summary |
"Disordered Eating Among Athletes: A Comprehensive Guide for Health Professionals will increase your understanding of eating disorders among athletes and give you the practical information you need to manage athletes in need. The book synthesizes, integrates, and evaluates the latest research on disordered eating as it pertains to both male and female athletes." |
| Notes |
Formerly CIP. Uk |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-245) and index |
| Subject |
Athletes -- Diseases.
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Eating disorders.
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Athletes -- Nutrition.
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Athletes -- Mental health.
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Feeding and Eating Disorders -- prevention & control.
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Feeding and Eating Disorders -- diagnosis.
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Sports -- psychology.
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| LC no. |
2003026044 |
| ISBN |
0736042199 hardback |
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