Abstract
ObjectiveThe objective of this study is to compare the intensity of inappropriate eating behaviors and attitudes (IEBA) and the prevalence of eating disorders (ED) found in adolescent athletes practicing aesthetic elite sport (synchronized swimming, figure skating, ballet) to those found in adolescent practicing some or none physical activity. MethodsThe sample consisted of 145 female adolescents aged 12 to 19 years, 52 athletes and 93 non-athletes. The intensity of IEBA and prevalence of ED are measured using the Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire and the Eating Disorder Inventory-3. ResultsThe results indicate that there's no significant difference between the groups in regard to the intensity of IEBA and the prevalence of ED. ConclusionThe results show that the group of adolescents athletes evaluated has no more IEBA than adolescents in the control group. These data suggest that the athletes of the sample are no more at risk to develop ED than girls practicing some or none physical activity. Hypotheses are formulated to explain the results obtained in the study. Questions are raised about the validity of measurement tools used for the evaluation of IEBA and ED in young athletes.
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