The Health of University Athletes: Attitudes, Behaviors, and Stressors.

Selby, Rosemary; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ417530

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1990

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The Health of University Athletes: Attitudes, Behaviors, and Stressors.

Selby, Rosemary; And Others

Journal of American College Health, v39 n1 p11-18 Jul 1990

This study surveyed 267 university athletes to identify sources of stress for student athletes and sex differences among athletes with respect to health-related behaviors and attitudes. Specific recommendations based on the findings are made for health professionals who work with college athletes. (IAH)

Descriptors: Athletes, College Students, Drinking, Drug Use, Eating Habits, Health Behavior, Health Services, Higher Education, Physical Health, Sex Differences, Stress Variables

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires

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Language: English

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