Graduation Year
2015
Date of Submission
5-2015
Document Type
Campus Only Senior Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Department
Psychology
Reader 1
Craig Bowman
Rights Information
© 2015 Kimberly Scamman
Abstract
Eating disorders and disturbed body image perceptions are becoming a growing problem in athletes. Similar to non-athletes, both female and male athletes have shown an upward trend in the development of eating disorders. The purpose of this research paper is to compile previous research on possible reasons why athletes develop eating disorders. Gender differences, outside influence, specific sports and certain personality characteristics are investigated more in depth to see the affects they have on athletes’ tendencies in developing eating disorders and negative body image.
Recommended Citation
Scamman, Kimberly, "The Prevalence of Eating Disorders Among Athletes" (2015). CMC Senior Theses. 1106.
https://scholarship.claremont.edu/cmc_theses/1106
This thesis is restricted to the Claremont Colleges current faculty, students, and staff.
