Is Your Student Athlete Hungry? Food Insecurity and How the Athletic Trainer Can Help

THIS PRESENTATION IS A REPLAY FROM NATA 2022 IN PHILADELPHIA, OFFERING A SECOND CHANCE TO EXPERIENCE THE EVENT'S VALUABLE CONTENT AND INSIGHTS.

Abstract:
Recent studies have identified food insecurity (FI) among student athletes, increasing the risk of performance deficit, impaired injury recovery, poor academic performance, and mental health challenges. As a trusted professional the AT can help screen for FI, make referrals, and help student athletes identify resources. This presentation will review recent research on food insecurity in high school and college athletes, will introduce an evidence-based screening tool, for identifying FI, and suggest resources for student athletes experiencing FI. The ongoing impact of the COVID 19 pandemic will be also addressed. 

Objectives:

• Define food insecurity and state its impact on student-athletes., 
• Utilize the Hunger Vital Sign validated screening tool to identify food insecurity., 
• Identify resources available to help athletes experiencing food insecurity in student athletes.

Level:
Advanced

Domains:
Domain 1: Risk Reduction Wellness and Health Literacy
Domain 2: Assessment Evaluation and Diagnosis

CEUs:
1.0 Category A

Keywords: food insecurity, FI, nutrition, hunger, resources, student athletes, screening

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