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Evidence-Based Disordered Eating Prevention Programs for Active Females

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In this chapter, the authors discuss the role that self-concept plays as a modulator in disordered eating. While there are many models for self-concept, all models recognize that the development of positive self-esteem is multidimensional and an individual’s perception of self can be affected by the environment in both positive and negative ways. Effective prevention and intervention programs must recognize the importance of enhanced self-esteem and embrace the development of this concept in their programs for positive health behavior change. Numerous theoretical frameworks have been proposed to explain and predict the process of health behavior change. The Transtheoretical Model (TTM) developed by Prochaska and DiClemente as a model of intentional behavior change is highlighted in this chapter. Targeted educational programs to prevent disordered eating for female athletes are presented and contact information for more details for research based effective programs are provided in a summary format.

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  1. Department of Health, Exercise and Sport Sciences, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, USA

    Jacalyn J. Robert-McComb Ph.D., FACSM, ACSM P.D. & Anna M. Tacón Ph.D.

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    Jacalyn J. Robert-McComb Ph.D., F.A.C.S.M., A.C.S.M., P.D. (Professor of Exercise Physiology) (Professor of Exercise Physiology)

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    Reid L. Norman Ph.D. (Professor and Chair) (Professor and Chair)

  3. Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine, Lubbock, TX, USA

    Mimi Zumwalt M.D. (Associate Professor Head of Sports Medicine) (Associate Professor Head of Sports Medicine)

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Robert-McComb, J.J., Tacón, A.M. (2014). Evidence-Based Disordered Eating Prevention Programs for Active Females. In: Robert-McComb, J.J., Norman, R.L., Zumwalt, M. (eds) The Active Female. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-8884-2_14

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