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Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating Behaviors, and Body Image in Athletes

Athletes may be more prone to developing eating disorders, disordered eating behaviors, and poor body image. Sport-related factors may increase risk for onset and maintenance of any one of these issues. In this webinar, we will discuss screening for and treatment of eating disorders and disordered eating in athletes in addition to sport-specific risk factors. We will also highlight specific considerations around exercise and training throughout the recovery process.

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Presenter

Rachael Flatt, MA

Rachael Flatt, MA

Clinical Psychology Doctoral Candidate, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Learning Objectives

  • Recognize signs of poor body image, unhealthy eating- and body-related thoughts and attitudes, relative energy deficiency in sport (REDS), and symptoms of disordered eating or eating disorders in athletes
  • Identify sport-specific factors that may lead to increased risk of eating disorder onset in athletes
  • Describe considerations related to exercise and training for athletes recovering from an eating disorder
  • Support and educate athletes in developing healthier body image and better self- and body-esteem
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Webinar Details

Audience

Primary care and behavioral health providers serving children, adolescents, and young adults

Learning Level

Introductory

Cost

Free

Duration

1.0 Hours

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Funding for the National Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders was made possible by Grant No. H79SM081924 from SAMHSA of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by, SAMHSA/HHS or the U.S. Government.