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Quality of life of people with eating disorders
Mandíková, Jana ; Vařeková, Jitka (advisor) ; Malá, Michaela (referee)
Title: Quality of life of people with eating disorders Objectives: The main aim of the thesis is to use the EDQOL (Eating Disorders Quality of Life) questionnaire to determine the quality of life of women with eating disorders (ED) compared to the general population and in which areas of life eating disorders cause the greatest difficulties for women. Methods: The theoretical and empirical work examined the quality of life of women with eating disorders (n =100) and women from the general population using the EDQOL questionnaire. The sample of respondents was obtained by the method of available sampling by reaching out to selected groups on social networks. The czech version of the EDQOL questionnaire was distributed using the Survio platform. Results: The results of the EDQOL questionnaire revealed a statistically significant difference in quality of life between women with ED and women from the general population (p < 0,001, d = 2,404). Women with ED scored the average on the overall questionnaire variables (1,87 ∓ 0,49), while women from the general population scored the average (0,68 ∓ 0,50). Within the group of women with ED, the psychological domain (2,91 ∓ 0,48) and the physical and cognitive domain (2,24 ∓ 0,81) were identified as significant. Conversely, the work and school related domain...
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The Relationship between a Coach and an Athlete Suffering from Eating disorder: Case Studies
Stibůrková, Kamila ; Harsa, Pavel (advisor) ; Peřinová, Radka (referee)
Title: The Relationship between a Coach and an Athlete Suffering from Eating disorder: Case Studies Objectives: The bachelor thesis aims to evaluate the relationship between a coach and an athlete suffering from an eating disorder. I aim to identify correlations emerging from individual case studies of participants who were coached, while also dealing with an eating disorder. My primary focus is analyzing the coach's behavior and its impact on the athlete within this context, particularly regarding trust and communication. Methods: In my thesis, I decided to do qualitative research in the form of semi-structured interviews. Then I created 4 case studies describing the stories of sportswomen who suffered from an eating disorder in the past. Results: Research results show that coaching behaviors and interactions can play a key role in the development of eating disorders in athletes. The analysis of the cases of female respondents shows that coaches who show insufficient understanding, inappropriate communication, and pressure to perform can contribute to negative self-evaluation and a decrease in self-confidence in athletes. These are all factors associated with the development of eating disorders. Keywords: eating disorders, anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, coach-athlete relationship, mental health,...
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Body Representation and Eating Disorders in the Communication Strategy of Czech Influencers
Řezáčová, Natálie ; Heřmanová, Marie (advisor) ; Soukup, Martin (referee)
1 Abstract This masters thesis aims to analyse the everyday practice of Czech influencers on social media. It asks how they approach topics that may influence the onset and development of a particular form of eating disorder within their audience. The thesis also aims to find out the Czech influencers attitudes towards regulation of social platforms and who they think should communicate experttopics and in what way. Last but not least, the thesis aims to analyze how the influencers articulate and use the influence they have gained through their activity on theplatforms during their career. The text of the thesis is divided into three parts. The first part is dedicated to the current state of knowledge. It consists of several chapters that review publications dealing with influencers, social media in relation to eating disorders, and the current regulation of these platforms. The research methodology, which is built on the grounded theory method, is introduced in the second section The method of data collection through semi-structured interviews is also described in more detail. The third, empirical part of the thesis then analyses the interviews. The statements from these interviews are placed in the context of current knowledge. Those that relate specifically to eating disorders are then considered in the...
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Caffeine use in patients with eating disorders
Hofmannová, Zuzana ; Dostálová, Veronika (advisor) ; Minařík, Petr (referee)
Background: Caffeine is a commonly used stimulant that is not dangerous in normal doses in healthy individuals. Patients with eating disorders tend to overuse caffeine and excessive intake may increase the risk of both somatic and mental health complications. Aims: The main aim of this thesis was to provide a comprehensive review of the literature on the sources and effects of caffeine and to analyse specific aspects of caffeine use in the psychiatric population with eating disorders. The thesis focuses primarily on the motivation for use in different eating disorders and the impact on physical and mental health. The second aim was to discuss the possible clinical relevance of the topic and to propose a specific tool for health professionals to screen for caffeine use and the implications of this issue in the treatment of this specific group Methods: The thesis is theoretical in the form of a search of the current state of literature and research from academic sources. Based on the information obtained, a questionnaire was designed to assess caffeine consumption and reasons for its use in patients with eating disorders. Results: An analysis of the literature shows that psychiatric patients often abuse caffeine products, and for those with eating disorders, the main reason for use is to suppress...
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Risk behaviour related to eating disorders in adolescents
Vilímovská, Adéla ; Schneidrová, Dagmar (advisor) ; Rambousková, Jolana (referee)
Aims: The aim of the bachelor thesis was to summarize the knowledge about risky behaviours in relation to eating disorders (prevalence, etiology, characterics, prevention, treatment and the role of nutritional therapist) and to map and compare risky eating behaviours and abnormal weight proportionality in adolescents in elementary school and multi-year grammar school. Methodology: The return rate of the questionnaire was 100 % and the total number of respondents was 80 (40 elementary school, 40 students of multi-year grammar school). The age category of respondents was 13-15 years. Weight proportionality (underweight, overweight and obesity) and risky eating behaviour were evaluated. The data obtained were evaluated with Excel and a faculty statistical program to evaluate the statistical signifikance of differences between these subgroups. Results: A higher prevalence of risky eating behaviours (e.g. misreporting own weight, skipping daily meals) was found in a Prague elementary school compared to a small town multi-year grammar school and a higher prevalence of risky eating behaviours in girls compared to boys. In terms of weight proportionality, there was a higher prevalence of overweight and obesity in boys compared to girls and a higher prevalence of underweight in girls compared to boys....
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Eating disorders in volleyball players
Kohoutová, Jana ; Minařík, Petr (advisor) ; Kafková, Tereza (referee)
(AJ) Aim of the study: the main aim of this study is to analyse the prevalence of eating disorders in volleyball players. Secondary objectives are the influence of the coach and the team collective on the development of eating disorders, as well as the volleyball players awareness of sports nutrition. Methods: Data were collected anonymously via an online questionnaire containing 22 questions. The questions focused on the analysis of eating disorders, body mass index, inappropriate comments about one's own body from coach, teammates, family and others, eating habits, and volleyball players' knowledge about sports nutrition. The questionnaire was open for one month, from February 25 to March 25, 2024. A total of 94 respondents answered the questionnaire, of which 7 were excluded due to not meeting the age range of 18-28 years. Thus, the research sample consisted of 87 respondents registered in volleyball clubs in the Pilsen region, of which 62 were female and 25 were male. Research results: The analysis of the prevalence of eating disorders showed a 50% possible risk in women and 20% possible risk in men, the overall risk was 41,4%. Inappropriate comments about one's own body from the coach were confirmed by 34,5% of respondents, and from teammates by 18,4% of respondents. Thus, the coach and...
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Eating Habits of Adolescents, Difference in Approach Between Genders
Černíková, Lucie ; Kalinová, Nelly (advisor) ; Kaiserová, Iveta (referee)
This bachelor thesis focuses on eating behaviour of adolescents and differences between genders. With concern to examine this behaviour a survey was conducted with respondents of defined age. Questions were put together from two different official questionnaires. First was The Adolescent Food Habit Checklist which is used to evaluate adolescents' eating habits and the second one was Stunkard's Three-Factor Eating Questionnaire which is used regulary in psychiatric practise. This form covers three areas: restriction, disinhibition and hunger. Results didn't show that girls have healtier eating habits than boys nor higher tendency for restriction or disinhibition in case of eating behaviour. Study shown that boys in general tend to feel more hungry. To support or disprove these results more research is needed. keywords: eating behaviours, eating disorders, adolescents, restriction, disinhibition, hunger, body image, obesity
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The effect of the gut microbiota in eating disorders
Hlaváčková, Helena ; Roubalová, Radka (advisor) ; Černý, Viktor (referee)
The essential effect of microbiota on human health has been well known for a long time. Commensal microorganisms colonize virtually the entire surface of the human body, but the greatest amount of them can be found in the gut. The gut microbiota plays a crucial role in the digestion of certain food components, synthesis of various substances, or the immune system responses. In the last decade, attention has also been drawn to the mechanisms by which gut microorganisms can influence the human behaviour. One group of diseases, where this phenomenon is being explored, are eating disorders. This is a group of psychiatric disorders characterized by unhealthy eating behaviors. The aim of this thesis is to summarize current knowledge about the mechanisms by which gut microorganisms can interfere with host signaling and regulatory pathways and how these changes relate to the development and course of eating disorders. And from the opposite view, how the patients' behaviour impacts the composition and functioning of the gut microbiota.
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The influence of parents' eating habits on children's development of eating disorders
Černá, Barbora ; Krch, František (advisor) ; Konečná, Judita (referee)
This bachelor's thesis dealt with the issue of eating disorders (ED) in terms of the influence of parents' eating habits on the onset and development of eating disorders in children. The aim of the thesis was to determine whether this influence plays a role in the development of the disorder, how large this influence may be and which specific eating habits may be involved. The theoretical part of the bachelor thesis focused on the description of the disease, epidemiology, diagnosis, onset, course, treatment and mortality. In addition, the different types of eating disorders were presented, including their diagnosis and consequences. The last part focused on risk factors, especially the influence of parental eating habits on the onset and development of ED. The practical part was carried out by means of a questionnaire survey. Nineteen respondents took part in the survey. They were parents of outpatients of the psychiatric clinic of the VFN treated for ED. The results showed an association between the eating habits of parents and the development of eating disorders in their children, but were not conclusive. It is necessary to take into account the existence of a number of risk factors and the diversity of their effects on the onset and development of the disease.
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Adult women with an eating disorder
Zachová, Jana ; Švamberk Šauerová, Markéta (advisor) ; Valentová, Hana (referee)
The aim of this master's thesis is to achieve the best possible understanding of the unique and individual experience of adult women with eating disorders and the identification of key themes associated with this phenomenon. A qualitative approach was chosen for this work. The specific method selected was Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis, which aims to understand the lived experience of individuals. The research sample consists of five women who are currently in middle adulthood. Each of them has experience with a long-standing eating disorder. Data collection was conducted through semi-structured interviews, and their subsequent analysis took place in two steps. Firstly, the experience of each woman and their basic schemas were examined, emphasizing essential characteristics and features of the respondents. Secondly, common themes and categories of the participants were identified. Specifically, these include dysfunctional family environment and trauma, meeting basic needs in a substitute way, objectification, isolation, and self-destruction. The main findings were then anchored in theoretical concepts and existing research. Keywords: eating disorders, middle adulthood, interpretative phenomenological analysis, life story, experience
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