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NEDA TOOLKIT for Coaches and Trainers Table of Contents I. Introduction................................................................................................. 3 II. About Eating Disorders. .............................................................................. 4 Types of eating disorders Frequently asked questions Common myths about eating disorders General emotional and behavioral signs of eating disorders General physical signs of eating disorders Eating disorder signs and symptoms specific to an athletic setting The physiological impact of eating disorders on athletic performance The Female Athlete Triad III. 5 8 11 14 15 17 18 20 Prevention. .................................................................................................22 Factors that put athletes at risk for eating disorders Encouraging healthy and appropriate exercise and training for athletes Eating disorders prevention in the middle or high school athlete Coach’s guide to sports nutrition IV. 23 24 25 26 Early Intervention. .....................................................................................28 The potential role of the coach Tips on how to positively intervene Tips on how to provide a healthy sport environment conducive to recovery Confidentiality issues V. Personal Stories. ........................................................................................35 Nutritionists’ stories Coaches’ stories Psychologists’ stories Athletes’ stories VI. 29 30 32 34 36 38 42 44 Resources...................................................................................................49 Glossary References 50 58 Page  | 2