Table of Contents
Introduction . 1
P R E V E N TI O N .
2
Types of eating disorders . 3
Eating disorder signs and symptoms specific to an athletic setting . 4
Factors
that protect or put athletes at risk for eating disorders. 5
Physiological impact of eating disorders on athletic performance
. 6
The Female Athlete Triad. 7
Encouraging healthy and appropriate exercise and training for athletes . 9
Eating
disorders prevention and the middle or high school athlete . 10
E A R LY I NT E R V E N T I O N . 11
The
potential role of the coach. 12
Tips on how to positively intervene . 13
Tips on how to provide a healthy sport
environment conducive to recovery . 14
Confidentiality issues . 15
Talking with… coach interviews . 16
Coaches guide to sports nutrition . 19
Talking with… nutritionist interviews . 21
T R E AT M E N T . 23
Talking with… psychologist interviews . 24
Eating disorders and the team dynamic . 26
Athletes’ own
stories:
Patrick Bergstrom . 27
Diane Israel . 28
Whitney Post . 29
Kimiko Soldati . 30
The Walker
family . 31
MORE INFORMATION. 32
Frequently asked questions . 33
Common myths about eating disorders . 35
Glossary . 37
RESOURCES . 41
Books, Resources, Curricula, Position Papers .
