Athletes speak out: what really triggers eating disorders in sports?

NCT ID NCT06518954

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study interviews 30 competitive athletes to learn what they believe causes and triggers eating disorders in sports. Half of the participants have had an eating disorder, and half have not. The goal is to compare their experiences and gather ideas on how to better prevent these issues in athletic environments.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could point to better ways to prevent eating disorders in athletes by understanding their own perspectives.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage interview study (30 people) that gathers opinions, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to direct changes or apply to all sports.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

eating disorder Feeding and Eating Disorders psychiatric disorder Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

EATING DISORDERS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Norwegian School of Sport Sciences
RECRUITING

Oslo, 0806, Norway
Østfold University College
RECRUITING

Fredrikstad, 1671, Norway

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