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A systematic review of studies comparing body image concerns among female college athletes and non-athletes, 1997–2012.

Authors :
Varnes, Julia R.
Stellefson, Michael L.
Janelle, Christopher M.
Dorman, Steven M.
Dodd, Virginia
Miller, M. David
Source :
Body Image; Sep2013, Vol. 10 Issue 4, p421-432, 12p
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

Highlights: [•] This review compares body image among collegiate female athletes to non-athletes. [•] More versus less competitive athletes might be at greater risk for BIC. [•] Athletes in feminine sports report at least similar levels of BIC as non-athletes. [•] Athletes in endurance sports appear to have better body image than non-athletes. [•] Research among athletes on how BIC is related to sexual objectification is lacking. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
17401445
Volume :
10
Issue :
4
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Body Image
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
90421257
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bodyim.2013.06.001