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Understanding the Female Athlete Triad: Eating Disorders, Amenorrhea, and Osteoporosis.

Authors :
Beals, Katherine A.
Brey, Rebecca A.
Gonyou, Julianna B.
Source :
Journal of School Health; Oct1999, Vol. 69 Issue 8, p337-340, 4p, 2 Charts
Publication Year :
1999

Abstract

Comments on the development of eating disorders, amenorrhea and osteoporosis among female athletes, collectively known as the female athlete triad. Components of the triad and its effect on the health and athletic performance of female athletes; Risk factors; Prevention and treatment.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00224391
Volume :
69
Issue :
8
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of School Health
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
2412869
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1746-1561.1999.tb06425.x