Abstract
The purpose of this study was to assess the level of education and knowledge among Minnesota high school coaches regarding the signs and symptoms of eating disorders in high school athletes. Data were collected through a researcher-developed survey, adapted from three existing instruments. The survey was administered through Qualtrics and distributed to participants through email. The findings indicate that while Minnesota high school coaches possess some knowledge of eating disorder signs and symptoms, their formal training and education on the topic are limited. Most of the education or training received by coaches was obtained for reasons unrelated to their responsibilities as high school coaches in Minnesota. These results suggest the potential value of implementing mandatory education and training policies for high school coaches in Minnesota to increase awareness of eating disorders and enhance athlete well-being.
Advisor
Emily Forsyth
Committee Member
Joe Visker
Committee Member
Shelly Brandenburger
Committee Member
Erin Gonzalez
Date of Degree
2025
Language
english
Document Type
Thesis
Degree
Master of Science (MS)
Program of Study
Applied Health Science
Department
Health Science
College
Allied Health and Nursing
Recommended Citation
Whiteford, M. (2025). Knowledge and education of Minnesota high school coaches regarding the signs and symptoms of eating disorders in high school athletes. [Master’s thesis, Minnesota State University, Mankato]. Cornerstone: A Collection of Scholarly and Creative Works for Minnesota State University, Mankato. https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/etds/1538/
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