Athlete-focused eating disorder programming in higher levels of care: feasibility and clinical outcomes from a naturalistic setting (opens in new tab)

Eating disorders (EDs) are a significant public health concern associated with psychiatric, physical, and functional impairments. Athletes experience elevated ED prevalence compared to non-athletes, with rates up to 19% in men and 45% in women. Among athletes, EDs present additional concerns including increased injury risk, impaired performance, prolonged illness, and potential premature athletic career termination. Dysfunctional exercise—a maladaptive pattern characterized by rigid rules, gu...