Vaithehy Shanmuganathan-Felton
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View article: It Takes Two: The Importance of the Coach-Athlete Relationship
It Takes Two: The Importance of the Coach-Athlete Relationship Open
Have you wondered why coaches are often the first people athletes turn to, both when they are performing poorly and when they are winning? It is because the coach-athlete relationship is the most important relationship developed in sport. …
View article: Understanding inequality: The experiences and perceptions of equality, diversity, and inclusion of those working or studying within sport and exercise psychology
Understanding inequality: The experiences and perceptions of equality, diversity, and inclusion of those working or studying within sport and exercise psychology Open
Discrimination and inequality are ever present in today’s society, with athletes facing racial abuse and LGBTQ+ individuals fearing for their safety at international events. Due to these additional stressors, the role of sport psychologist…
View article: Understanding risk factors for disordered eating symptomatology in athletes: A prospective study
Understanding risk factors for disordered eating symptomatology in athletes: A prospective study Open
Disordered eating and eating disorders have huge impact on athletic health and performance. Understanding risk factors for disordered eating development is paramount to protecting the health and performance of these athletes. This project …
View article: A Qualitative Exploration of Sport and Social Pressures on Elite Athletes in Relation to Disordered Eating
A Qualitative Exploration of Sport and Social Pressures on Elite Athletes in Relation to Disordered Eating Open
Introduction: Athletes are at increased risk of disordered eating compared to non-athletes. Inspired by previous investigation into quantitative work on an etiological model of disordered eating in athletes, the current study aimed to expl…
View article: Psychological risk indicators of disordered eating in athletes
Psychological risk indicators of disordered eating in athletes Open
This study showed that the formation of disordered eating symptomology might not be associated with sport pressures experienced by athletes. It revealed that disordered eating development varies across gender, competition level, sport type…