Psychological reportsMar 26, 2008

College athletic trainers’ understanding and views of eating problems in athletes

Circadian Biology Weekly Brief ↗PubMed ↗DOI ↗

Updated Apr 3, 2026

Abstract

A total of 408 collegiate certified athletic trainers responded to a national survey regarding disordered eating behaviors.

81.6% of the surveyed athletic trainers participated in the assessment.
A questionnaire covering 5 domains related to disordered eating was utilized.
Most athletic trainers perceived disordered eating as a significant issue.
Knowledge gaps were identified across all domains of disordered eating.
Responses indicated a need for improved training in recognizing disordered eating behaviors.

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To assess athletic trainers' perceptions and knowledge regarding disordered eating behaviors and to estimate their confidence in response to a test of knowledge, a cross-sectional mail survey was distributed to a national random sample of 500 athletic trainers from the National Collegiate Athletic Association and National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. 408 collegiate certified athletic trainers responded (rate of 81.6%). A 30-item questionnaire assessed perceptions of disordered eating behaviors within 5 domains. Opinions regarding the prevalence of disordered eating, athletic injury and nutritional status, and their role in recognizing disordered eating were assessed. Most respondents reported perceiving disordered eating to be a significant problem. Also, athletic trainers needed knowledge in all domains of disordered eating.

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